What is Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea symptoms appear only during sleep, making it impossible for those suffering from the condition to be fully aware of the disorder. The most common signs people should be aware of include: excessive sleepiness during the day, and repeated shortness of breath while sleeping. Your bed partner may be the first one to notice these apnea indicators
A sleep apnea test called polysomnography is often the most commonly used medical assessment to diagnose this sleep disorder.A sleep apnea test called polysomnography is often the most commonly used medical assessment to diagnose this sleep disorder.
SleepHelpUSA’s online test for apnea includes 23 questions covering your daily habits, feelings, and personal information.
DreamDoctor.com offers an online apnea test with 15 questions, and also includes a link where you can find a sleep center in your town or city.
Sleep-Test.co.uk makes use of the Epworth Sleepiness Scale to determine if you likely have sleep apnea. (Note that they require you to enter your email address before taking their apnea quiz.)
Online tests for apnea are not meant to provide an absolute clinical diagnosis – rather, they can be used to give your sleep therapist or doctor as part of his investigation
When you have been diagnosed there are several Sleep Apnea Treatments available and some do not involve a Cpap Machine
