Was ist Schlafapnoe?

What is sleep apnea?

What is sleep apnea?

Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep.

 

These interruptions, also called apneas, are caused by the collapse of the upper airways, which prevents oxygen from reaching the lungs.

 

Sleep apneas can have a significant impact on your energy levels, mental performance, and long-term health. Don't ignore potentially dangerous symptoms like snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness; consult a sleep specialist. Treatment can help you get the sleep you need to feel like yourself every day.

Was ist Schlafapnoe? Schlafapnoe ist eine häufige Schlafstörung, die durch wiederholte Atemaussetzer im Schlaf gekennzeichnet ist. Diese Unterbrechungen, auch Apnoen genannt, werden durch den Kollaps der oberen Atemwege verursacht, was verhindert, dass Sauerstoff in die Lunge gelangt. Apnoen können sich erheblich auf Ihr Energielevel, die geistige Leistungsfähigkeit und auch langfristig auf die Gesundheit auswirken. Ignorieren Sie potenziell gefährliche Symptome wie Schnarchen und übermäßige Tagesmüdigkeit daher nicht, sondern konsultieren Sie einen Schlafmediziner. Eine Behandlung kann Ihnen helfen, den Schlaf zu bekommen, den Sie benötigen, um sich jeden Tag wie Sie selbst zu fühlen. Offene und geschlossene Atemwege Offener Atemweg Offene und geschlossene Atemwege Geschlossener Atemweg Schwache Atemmuskeln, eine große Zunge, Adipositas und andere Faktoren können dazu führen, dass die oberen Atemwege kollabieren und dies die Atmung behindert. Sie sind nicht allein Etwa 10 % der erwachsenen Bevölkerung der Welt leidet an Schlafapnoe, und bei etwa 90 % davon wurde dies bisher nicht diagnostiziert1. In den USA leidet mindestens einer von fünf Erwachsenen unter einer leichten obstruktiven Schlafapnoe. Das ist erschreckend, da Schlafapnoe eine ernstzunehmende Erkrankung ist. Schlafapnoe stört den Schlaf und kann sich erheblich auf das Energielevel, die geistige Leistung und auch langfristig auf die Gesundheit auswirken. In einigen Fällen kann eine Schlafapnoe tödlich sein, wenn sie nicht behandelt wird. Es kann schwierig sein, die ersten Schritte zu unternehmen, um herauszufinden, ob Sie unter Schlafapnoe leiden. Wir helfen Ihnen gerne weiter. Symptome und Risiken von Schlafapnoe Eine unbehandelte Schlafapnoe wird mit einer Reihe von Gesundheitsrisiken in Verbindung gebracht. Daher ist es wichtig, einen Spezialisten für Schlafstörungen zu konsultieren, wenn Sie diese Anzeichen und Symptome aufweisen. Nachts Nächtliche Symptome Lautes, dauerhaftes Schnarchen Hörbare Atempausen Würgen oder nach Luft schnappen Unruhiger Schlaf Häufige Toilettengänge Tagsüber Symptome am Tag Kopfschmerzen am frühen Morgen Übermäßige Tagesmüdigkeit Schlechte Konzentration Depressive Stimmungen oder leichte Reizbarkeit Müdigkeit bei Routineaktivitäten Wie lauten die Risiken einer unbehandelten Schlafapnoe? Schlafapnoe kann schwerwiegende kurz- und langfristige Gesundheitsrisiken haben, wenn sie nicht behandelt wird. Dazu gehören u.a.: Bluthochdruck Herzrhythmusstörungen Herzerkrankungen/Herzinfarkt Schlaganfall Diabetes Typ 2 Verkehrs- und Arbeitsunfälle Wie läuft die Schlafapnoe-Diagnose ab? Wenn Sie glauben, dass Sie unter Schlafapnoe leiden, holen Sie sich Gewissheit, damit Sie mit der Behandlung beginnen und die Vorteile eines besseren Schlafs und eines gesünderen Lebens genießen können. Nützliche Informationen finden Sie außerdem in unserer Broschüre "Einfach gesund schlafen", die Sie hier herunterladen können. Nr. 1 Erkennen Sie sich in der Liste der Schlafapnoe-Symptome wieder? Dann sollten Sie damit Ihren Hausarzt aufsuchen. Nr. 2 Besprechen Sie Ihre Testergebnisse mit Ihrem Hausarzt, der Ihnen vermutlich zu einem Termin im Schlaflabor raten wird. Nr. 3 Sie erhalten einen Termin im Schlaflabor, wo Ihr Schlaf im Detail analysiert wird und daraufhin eine Diagnose getroffen werden kann. Nr. 4 Wenn Sie Ihre Diagnose erhalten haben, können Sie hier mehr über die Produkte der Philips DreamFamily erfahren, um herauszufinden, welches Gerät das Richtige für Sie ist. Was Sie vom Besuch im Schlaflabor erwarten können <!--nl--><!--nl--><iframe width= Video: Sleep Study Play video 02:57 A sleep study is easy and painless. The resulting treatment can change your life completely. A sleep study takes place overnight in a sleep lab. Myth: Sleep Lab Myth: I don't think I can fall asleep well in a sleep lab. White line Fact: Although many people have this fear, most can fall asleep well in a sleep lab. By Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD, Chief Medical Interconnect, Philips Healthcare Solutions Your sleep study diagnostic report Your doctor has ordered an overnight sleep study (also called "polysomnography," or PSG for short) in a sleep lab or in your home to rule out suspected sleep apnea. Once the sleep study is complete, your doctor will share the results with you and discuss the next steps. You may be given a printout of your PSG report. When you read the report, you may find a lot of unfamiliar jargon. The example below shows what a sleep study diagnostic report typically says. The technical terms used are also explained there. Diagnostic report for the sleep study Name: Müller, Max Height: 185 cm Date of test: August 9, 2012 Date of birth: January 21, 1973 Weight: 93 kg Age: 39 years BMI: 27 Referring physician: Dr. Acula Gender: male Test no.: 136 Mr. Müller is a 39-year-old male patient who was referred by Dr. Schmidt with the symptoms of snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness. His partner reports that Mr. Müller has apnea episodes and wakes up several times during the night with gasping for breath. The patient is 185 cm tall and weighs 93 kg, with a BMI of 27.0. According to the Mallampati classification, his oropharyngeal space is classified as grade 3. His medical history shows severe hypertension. His current medication consists of lisinopril and Prilosec. The patient usually goes to bed at 10:30 p.m. To rule out the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a complete diagnostic polysomnography was ordered in the laboratory.
 

Open airway

What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. These interruptions, also called apneas, are caused by the collapse of the upper airway, which prevents oxygen from reaching the lungs. Apneas can have a significant impact on your energy levels, mental performance, and long-term health. So don't ignore potentially dangerous symptoms like snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness; consult a sleep medicine specialist. Treatment can help you get the sleep you need to feel like yourself every day. Open and closed airways Open airway Open and closed airways Closed airway Weak breathing muscles, a large tongue, obesity, and other factors can cause the upper airway to collapse, obstructing breathing. You are not alone. Around 10% of the world's adult population suffers from sleep apnea, and about 90% of them have not been diagnosed. In the US, at least one in five adults suffers from mild obstructive sleep apnea. This is frightening because sleep apnea is a serious condition. Sleep apnea disrupts sleep and can have a significant impact on energy levels, mental performance, and long-term health. In some cases, sleep apnea can be fatal if left untreated. It can be difficult to take the first steps to find out if you have sleep apnea. We are here to help. Symptoms and Risks of Sleep Apnea Untreated sleep apnea is associated with a number of health risks, so it is important to consult a sleep specialist if you have these signs and symptoms. At Night Nighttime Symptoms Loud, continuous snoring Audible pauses in breathing Choking or gasping for air Restless sleep Frequent trips to the bathroom Daytime Symptoms Daytime headaches Early morning headaches Excessive daytime sleepiness Poor concentration Depressed moods or mild irritability Fatigue during routine activities What are the risks of untreated sleep apnea? Sleep apnea can have serious short- and long-term health risks if left untreated. These include: high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythm, heart disease/heart attack, stroke, type 2 diabetes, road traffic and work-related accidents. How is sleep apnea diagnosed? If you think you have sleep apnea, get confirmation so you can start treatment and enjoy the benefits of better sleep and a healthier life. You can also find useful information in our brochure "Simply Sleep Well," which you can download here. #1 Do you recognize yourself in the list of sleep apnea symptoms? Then you should see your GP. #2 Discuss your test results with your GP, who will probably recommend an appointment at a sleep laboratory. #3 You will be scheduled at a sleep laboratory, where your sleep will be analyzed in detail and a diagnosis can be made. No. 4 Once you have received your diagnosis, you can learn more about Philips DreamFamily products here to find out which device is right for you. What to expect from a sleep lab visit Video: Sleep study Play video 02:57 A sleep lab visit is simple and painless. The resulting treatment can change your life completely. A sleep study takes place overnight in a sleep lab. Myth: Sleep lab Myth: I don't think I can fall asleep well in a sleep lab. White line Fact: Although many people have this fear, most can fall asleep well in a sleep lab. By Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD, Chief Medical Interconnect, Philips Healthcare Solutions Your sleep study diagnostic report Your doctor has ordered an overnight sleep study (also called "polysomnography" or PSG for short) in a sleep lab or in your home to determine if you have sleep apnea. Once the sleep study is complete, your doctor will share the results and discuss the next steps. You may be given a printout of your PSG report. When you read the report, you will probably find a lot of unfamiliar technical terms in it. The following example shows what is usually included in a diagnostic report for a sleep study. It also explains the technical terms used. Diagnostic report for a sleep study Name: Müller, Max Height: 185 cm Date of test: August 9, 2012 Date of birth: January 21, 1973 Weight: 93 kg Age: 39 years BMI: 27 Referring physician: Dr. Acula Gender: male Test no.: 136 Mr. Müller is a 39-year-old male patient who was referred by Dr. Schmidt with the symptoms of snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness. His partner reports that Mr. Müller has apnea episodes and wakes up several times during the night with gasping for breath. The patient is 185 cm tall and weighs 93 kg; his BMI is 27.0. According to the Mallampati classification, his oropharyngeal space is classified as Grade 3. His medical history reveals marked hypertension. His current medication consists of lisinopril and Prilosec. The patient usually goes to bed at 10:30 p.m. To rule out the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a complete diagnostic polysomnography was ordered in the laboratory.
Closed airway

 

Weak breathing muscles, a large tongue, obesity and other factors can cause the upper airway to collapse, obstructing breathing.

 

You are not alone

Approximately 10% of the world's adult population suffers from sleep apnea, and about 90% of them have not been diagnosed 1 . In the United States, at least one in five adults suffers from mild obstructive sleep apnea.

 

This is alarming, as sleep apnea is a serious condition. Sleep apnea disrupts sleep and can significantly impact energy levels, mental performance, and long-term health. In some cases, sleep apnea can be fatal if left untreated.

It can be difficult to take the first steps to determine if you have sleep apnea. We're here to help.

 

Symptoms and risks of Sleep apnea

 

Untreated sleep apnea is associated with a number of health risks, so it's important to consult a sleep specialist if you experience these signs and symptoms.

 

Nighttime symptoms

  • Loud, persistent snoring
  • Audible pauses in breathing
  • Choking or gasping for air
  • Restless sleep
  • Frequent toilet visits

 

Symptoms during the day

  • Headache in the early morning
  • Excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Poor concentration
  • Depressive moods or mild irritability
  • Fatigue during routine activities

 
What are the risks of untreated sleep apnea?


Sleep apnea can have serious short- and long-term health risks if left untreated. These include:

  • high blood pressure
  • Cardiac arrhythmias
  • Heart disease/heart attack
  • stroke
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Traffic and work accidents

 

How is sleep apnea diagnosed?

If you think you may have sleep apnea, get the diagnosis so you can begin treatment and enjoy the benefits of better sleep and a healthier life.

You will also find useful information in our brochure "Simply sleep well", which you download here can.

1.
 

If you recognize yourself in the list of sleep apnea symptoms, you should consult your family doctor.

2.
 

Discuss your test results with your family doctor, who will probably recommend an appointment at a sleep laboratory.

3.
 

You will receive an appointment at the sleep laboratory, where your sleep will be analyzed in detail and a diagnosis can then be made.

4.
 

Once you've received your diagnosis, you can learn more about Philips DreamFamily products here to find out which device is right for you.

 

Myth: I don't think I can fall asleep well in a sleep lab.

 

Fact: Although many people have this fear, most are able to fall asleep easily in the sleep laboratory.

 

By Teofilo Lee-Chiong, Dr. med., Chief Medical Interconnect, Philips Healthcare Solutions

 

The diagnostic report for your sleep study

Your doctor has ordered an overnight sleep study (also called polysomnography, or PSG for short) in a sleep lab or at your home to determine if you have sleep apnea. Once the sleep study is complete, your doctor will share the results with you and discuss next steps.

You may receive a printout of your PSG report. When you read the report, you'll likely find a lot of unfamiliar terminology. The following example shows what a sleep study diagnostic report typically contains. It also explains the terminology used.

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