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Are you tired during the day? Do you feel like you don\u2019t get enough sleep at night no matter what you do? You may have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is one of America\u2019s most common sleep disorders, affecting about <\/span>22 million people<\/span><\/a>. Fortunately, <\/span>Hancock Regional Hospital Sleep Disorder Center<\/span><\/a> offers quality treatment for those suffering from apnea as well as a number of other sleep disorders.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are three types of sleep apnea: obstructive, central, and complex. Someone with obstructive sleep apnea generally has an airway blockage during sleep because the tongue collapses against the soft palate, and the soft palate collapses against the throat. When this occurs, the body signals them to wake up, but only briefly and for just long enough to clear their airway. The waking is so brief, in fact, many sufferers aren\u2019t even aware that they awaken many times every night. Central sleep apnea happens when the airway is blocked but the brain doesn\u2019t signal for the muscles to breathe; complex sleep apnea is a combination of the two.<\/span><\/p>\n

How is apnea treated?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of this sleep disorder and is surprisingly easy to treat. Patients can see their primary healthcare provider to receive a referral to the Sleep Disorder Center. With cozy suites and a staff of caring professionals, patients can place their trust in receiving high-quality care to help their sleep problems. Those presenting with apnea will be prescribed a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure \u2014 aka CPAP \u2014 machine. The air from this machine forces the airway to remain clear, making for less chance of waking and a much better night\u2019s sleep. Machines are generally rented through a patient\u2019s insurance policy.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are some common things to know about CPAP machines?<\/span><\/h2>\n

According to Samantha Bane at the Hancock Regional Hospital Sleep Disorder Center, if you exhibit symptoms such as drowsiness or fatigue during the day or feel a decrease in energy level, ask your doctor for a referral. If you\u2019ve already been diagnosed with sleep apnea and are thinking about getting a CPAP machine, Bane offers the following tips:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n