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Millions Ignoring Sleep Apnoea Symptoms Risk Heart Failure
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What Happened?
Experts warn that millions of people in the UK may have undiagnosed sleep apnoea, a condition linked to serious heart issues, including heart failure. Symptoms include loud snoring and excessive daytime fatigue.
Key points
- Sleep apnoea causes breathing interruptions during sleep, leading to oxygen deprivation.
- Dr. Sandip Banerjee estimates 8 to 10 million people in the UK have sleep apnoea, with 80% undiagnosed.
- Common symptoms include loud snoring, dry mouth upon waking, morning headaches, and daytime fatigue.
- Treatment options include lifestyle changes and CPAP machines for severe cases.
- Untreated sleep apnoea can lead to cardiovascular issues like high blood pressure and atrial fibrillation.
Key insights
- Awareness of sleep apnoea symptoms may lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment.
- Lifestyle changes could improve overall health and reduce heart failure risk.
- Increased public health campaigns may help identify undiagnosed cases.
Why it matters
Recognizing and treating sleep apnoea can significantly reduce the risk of serious heart conditions.
Source
Express
