{"id":528,"date":"2018-06-22T12:30:54","date_gmt":"2018-06-22T12:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/?p=528"},"modified":"2020-06-18T15:06:50","modified_gmt":"2020-06-18T15:06:50","slug":"sleep-apnea-dunwoody-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/22\/sleep-apnea-dunwoody-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Sleep Apnea Increases Risk of Stroke"},"content":{"rendered":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-535 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_54468241-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"sleep apnea Dunwoody\" width=\"770\" height=\"auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_54468241-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_54468241-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_54468241-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_54468241.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strokes are a scary topic &#8212; the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/stroke\/index.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fifth leading cause of death<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the U.S., they <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stroke.org\/understand-stroke\/what-stroke\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can happen to anyone at anytime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with few apparent warning signs. Though sudden, the likelihood of a stroke is increased by the presence of other health conditions. These conditions often have symptoms that can be observed, identified, and treated &#8212; and effectively treating the preexisting condition decreases the likelihood of a stroke in the future. <\/span>\n\n<!--more-->\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the health conditions that can lead to a stroke if left untreated is sleep apnea, a common sleep breathing disorder in which the sufferer experiences pauses in or shallow breathing during sleep. As a defense against the restricted oxygen intake, the body temporarily rouses itself from rest so the sufferer can begin breathing again. These breathing cessations and resulting micro-awakenings interrupt our body\u2019s rejuvenating sleep cycle, contributing to poor sleep quality and a multitude of health complications. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common symptoms of sleep apnea include:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loud, persistent snoring<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waking up with a dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waking up at night with a gasping or choking sound<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning headaches<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent visits to the bathroom<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor concentration<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistently feeling tired or lacking energy during the day<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep apnea is associated with several serious health conditions, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/2017\/12\/21\/type-2-diabetes-sleep-apnea-dunwoody\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diabetes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/30\/childhood-sleep-apnea-link-adhd\/#more-197\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">childhood ADHD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/22\/alzheimers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alzheimer\u2019s<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Stroke is particularly prevalent among sleep apnea sufferers, who are both at an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3721244\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased risk for stroke<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and more likely to have poor functional outcomes after a stroke. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the nature of a stroke can be scary, sleep apnea sufferers should take heart in the fact that when treatment is adhered to, the risk of suffering a stroke is reduced. Learn more about the link between sleep apnea and stroke, prevention, and treatment options.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is a Stroke?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain becomes blocked by a blood clot or broken blood vessel, depriving the brain of oxygen. When oxygen stops being supplied to brain cells, the cells begin to die, and abilities controlled by the area of the brain being attacked &#8212; such as memory and muscle control &#8212; are lost. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stroke\u2019s after effects vary from case to case, depending on the location of the attack and the extent of brain tissue affected. In general, strokes can lead to paralysis, speech and language problems, problems with vision, and memory loss.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is the Connection between Sleep Apnea and Stroke?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2014, a study by the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3960375\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was conducted with the goal of determining whether or not obstructive sleep apnea independently increased the risk of all-cause mortality, as well as strokes, cardiovascular disease (CVD), coronary heart disease (CHD), and cancer. Of the 400 initial study participants, 20-year follow-up data was received for 397 individuals. Remaining participants who had a previous stroke or cancer history were removed from the mortality\/CVD\/CHD\/stroke analyses and the cancer analyses, respectively. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The findings? In fully adjusted models, moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea was associated with a significant increased risk of all-cause mortality, stroke, cancer mortality, and incident cancer.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stroke.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Stroke Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the nature of sleep apnea makes sufferers more likely to have a stroke. When a patient temporarily stops breathing during sleep, oxygen levels decrease and blood pressure increases, both of which can make a stroke more probable.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Prevent a Stroke<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although there are untreatable risk factors that can play into the likelihood of a stroke, including age, gender, race, and family history, there are a number of treatable health modifications you can make to help prevent a stroke\u2019s onset. Maintaining a healthy diet and weight by getting regular exercise, staying away from excessive alcohol and tobacco consumption, and working to manage blood pressure levels will all help reduce risk.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/stroke\/conditions.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">other health conditions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also increase the likelihood of a stroke, including sickle cell disease, diabetes, heart disease, and sleep apnea. Seeking treatment to ease the symptoms of these conditions can decrease stroke risk. For example, for those with diabetes, staying on top of insulin intake will help to reduce high blood glucose levels, which, if left unchecked, can lead to <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stroke.org\/sites\/default\/files\/resources\/DiabetesBrochure.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fatty deposits or clots<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can block blood flow and cause a stroke. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those suffering from sleep apnea, seeking treatment for the condition will be of the utmost importance for stroke prevention. The condition can be effectively treated by a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, an oral appliance, or surgery, depending on the case and the patient.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep Apnea Treatment<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPAP, a bulky, loud machine that uses a face mask to force air into the nasal passages during sleep, is a common treatment for sleep apnea &#8212; but up to 50% of people are unwilling or unable to tolerate it, according to the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Oral appliances, on the other hand, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23997361\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">show no significant difference<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when compared to CPAP in treating mild to severe obstructive sleep apnea &#8212; while being comfortable, quiet, non-intrusive and portable. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adherence is the key to treating sleep apnea &#8212; if devices are not used every night, patients are still at risk for snoring, sleep deprivation, and, in worst cases, a fatal cessation in breathing. Adhering to treatment will help sleep apnea patients prevent the decreased oxygen levels and increased blood pressure that could lead to a stroke.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet the Doctor<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Jeff Rodgers is a board-certified practitioner of dental sleep medicine, providing oral appliances for the treatment of sleep apnea from his practice, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep Better Georgia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. He is a Diplomate of both the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and the American Sleep and Breathing Academy. To learn more about the connection between obstructive sleep apnea and your overall health or to get started with sleep apnea treatment in Atlanta, please <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/contact-us.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today by calling our office or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepdunwoody.com\/request-an-appointment.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">requesting a free consultation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Strokes are a scary topic &#8212; the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S., they can happen to anyone at anytime with few apparent warning signs. Though sudden, the likelihood of a stroke is increased by the presence of other health conditions. 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