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October, 2024

  • 24 October

    How Sleep Apnea Can Trigger Heart Arrhythmias

    person using a CPAP machine to treat sleep apnea and heart arrhythmias. The CPAP device helps maintain oxygen levels during sleep, reducing the risk of arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation and bradycardia caused by sleep apnea.

    What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a common but serious sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. This condition can lead to poor sleep quality and various health issues if left untreated. There are two main types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which occurs when the throat muscles relax and block the airway, and …