{"id":1951,"date":"2025-05-07T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/?p=1951"},"modified":"2025-07-15T15:43:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T07:43:54","slug":"sleep-apnea-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"How many of these sleep apnea symptoms do you have? Understand sleep apnea in adults and children at once"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/#%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E5%A6%82%E4%BD%95%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF%E4%BD%A0%E7%9A%84%E5%A4%9C%E6%99%9A\" >How apnea symptoms can affect your night<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/#%E6%88%90%E4%BA%BA%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E6%9C%89%E5%93%AA%E4%BA%9B%EF%BC%9F\" >What are the symptoms of sleep apnea in adults?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/#%E5%85%92%E7%AB%A5%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E6%9C%89%E4%BB%80%E9%BA%BC%E4%B8%8D%E5%90%8C%EF%BC%9F\" >How do sleep apnea symptoms differ in children?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/#%E5%AD%A9%E5%AD%90%E7%9D%A1%E4%B8%8D%E5%A5%BD%E6%98%AF%E8%AD%A6%E8%A8%8A\" >Children&#039;s poor sleep is a warning sign<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/#%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E7%9A%84%E8%87%AA%E6%88%91%E6%AA%A2%E6%B8%AC%E6%96%B9%E6%B3%95\" >How to self-diagnose sleep apnea symptoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/#%E5%BF%BD%E7%95%A5%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E7%9A%84%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA\" >Risks of Ignoring Sleep Apnea Symptoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-symptoms\/#%E7%B5%90%E8%AA%9E\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E5%A6%82%E4%BD%95%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF%E4%BD%A0%E7%9A%84%E5%A4%9C%E6%99%9A\"><\/span>How apnea symptoms can affect your night<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing stops or becomes shallow repeatedly during sleep. The most common type is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).<\/p>\n<p>Respiratory arrest can last from a few seconds to a few minutes and can occur dozens or even hundreds of times every night, causing serious impacts on sleep quality and physical health. The most obvious symptom is snoring, but many patients are unaware that their sleep cycle is being disturbed by breathing interruptions.<\/p>\n<p>These moments of breathing arrest will wake the body from deep sleep, and the brain and body cannot really get rest, even if the person concerned may not realize it. In the long run, it will not only cause daytime fatigue and lack of concentration, but may also lead to decreased immunity, emotional instability, and even chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%88%90%E4%BA%BA%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E6%9C%89%E5%93%AA%E4%BA%9B%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>What are the symptoms of sleep apnea in adults?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img decoding=\"async\"\n  src=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/adult-sleep-apnea-symptoms.jpg\"\n  alt=\"What are the symptoms of sleep apnea in adults?\"mb-5\"\n\n\n\/>\n<p>Symptoms of sleep apnea in adults vary, the most common of which include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Loud and persistent snoring<\/strong>: This is the symptom that appears first and is most easily noticed by the partner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apnea during sleep<\/strong>: Family members or partners may notice that the patient suddenly stops breathing for a few seconds during sleep.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frequent waking up during the night<\/strong>\uff1aThe brain awakening reaction (awakening) caused by respiratory arrest leads to a decline in overall sleep quality.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Morning headache<\/strong>: Due to lack of oxygen at night, you feel dizzy when you wake up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Daytime sleepiness and fatigue<\/strong>: Feeling tired even after eight hours of sleep and easily falling asleep during daily activities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poor concentration and memory loss<\/strong>: Long-term lack of sleep will affect brain function and reduce concentration and memory.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Depression and anxiety<\/strong>: Sleep disorders are closely related to mood disorders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition, studies have shown that patients with severe sleep apnea have a significantly increased risk of high blood pressure, heart arrhythmia, stroke and heart disease. These potential risks highlight the importance of early detection and treatment.<\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%85%92%E7%AB%A5%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E6%9C%89%E4%BB%80%E9%BA%BC%E4%B8%8D%E5%90%8C%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>How do sleep apnea symptoms differ in children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img decoding=\"async\"\n  src=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/child-sleep-apnea-symptom-differences.jpg\"\n  alt=\"How sleep apnea symptoms differ in children\"\n  class=\"mb-5\"\n\/>\n<p>Unlike in adults, sleep apnea symptoms in children may be more subtle and often mistaken for other problems. For example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Frequent tossing and turning or waking up during the night<\/strong>: Indicates that the child is unable to enter a deep sleep peacefully.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mouth breathing and snoring<\/strong>: Long-term mouth breathing may cause abnormal development of the lower jaw and affect tooth arrangement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Night sweats<\/strong>\uff1aRelated to the autonomic nervous system response caused by respiratory arrest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mood swings or irritability during the day<\/strong>: Lack of sleep will affect children&#039;s ability to control their emotions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Decline in academic performance and lack of concentration<\/strong>: Related to insufficient brain recovery caused by interrupted sleep.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Growth retardation<\/strong>: Sleep is an important period for children to secrete growth hormone, and respiratory arrest may hinder normal growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AD%A9%E5%AD%90%E7%9D%A1%E4%B8%8D%E5%A5%BD%E6%98%AF%E8%AD%A6%E8%A8%8A\"><\/span>Children&#039;s poor sleep is a warning sign<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Parents should be alert if their children often snore, breathe through their mouths, or show the above problems. Evaluation by a pediatric dentist, otolaryngologist, or sleep specialist can detect abnormalities early and avoid long-term effects on the healthy growth and development of children.<\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E7%9A%84%E8%87%AA%E6%88%91%E6%AA%A2%E6%B8%AC%E6%96%B9%E6%B3%95\"><\/span>How to self-diagnose sleep apnea symptoms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Here are some simple self-tests to help you determine if you may have sleep apnea:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Whether the snoring is accompanied by gasping or breathing sounds<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do you often wake up during the night?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Do you feel excessively tired during the day, or even prone to dozing off in static situations such as in meetings, watching TV, or driving?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Do you often wake up with a headache or have trouble concentrating?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Has anyone reported that you have difficulty breathing or even pauses and interruptions while sleeping?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If two or more of the above questions apply, it is recommended to seek professional sleep examination and obtain an accurate diagnosis through polyphysiological sleep test (PSG).<\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%BF%BD%E7%95%A5%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E7%97%87%E7%8B%80%E7%9A%84%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA\"><\/span>Risks of Ignoring Sleep Apnea Symptoms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img decoding=\"async\"\n  src=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/risks-of-ignoring-sleep-apnea-symptoms.jpg\"\n  alt=\"Risks of Ignoring Sleep Apnea Symptoms\"\n  class=\"mb-5\"\n\/>\n<p>Many people do not take snoring seriously, thinking that it is just a sound sleep. In fact, it may be a warning signal from the body. If sleep apnea is not treated, it may lead to the following serious consequences:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chronic hypoxia leads to high blood pressure and heart disease<\/strong>\uff1aEvery time breathing stops, it may cause heart rate and blood pressure to fluctuate, increasing the cardiovascular burden.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increased risk of stroke and myocardial infarction<\/strong>: Studies show that OSA patients are nearly three times more likely to have a stroke than the general population.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Metabolic Abnormalities and Diabetes<\/strong>: Lack of sleep can interfere with insulin function and increase the risk of diabetes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Decreased quality of life<\/strong>: Long-term fatigue makes it difficult for people to concentrate on work and study, and also affects family and social relationships.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Driving risks increase<\/strong>: Due to daytime sleepiness, falling asleep while driving has become a major safety concern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The American Academy of Sleep Medicine points out that the mortality rate of patients with untreated moderate to severe sleep apnea is up to twice that of the general population.<\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%B5%90%E8%AA%9E\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Sleep apnea not only affects the quality of sleep, but may also have a profound impact on health. Both adults and children should be alert to snoring and sleep apnea.<\/p>\n<p>Early identification of symptoms, self-diagnosis and seeking professional help are the first steps to protect the health of yourself and your family. If you or your loved ones have related problems, please do not ignore them and seek medical attention as soon as possible to make the night truly a time of rejuvenation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing stops or becomes shallow repeatedly during sleep. 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