Wake up feeling tired and irritable. At Greenville Pulmonary Associates in Greenville, TX, we understand the importance of getting sleep apnea under control. Dr. Mohan Philip works with patients to diagnose and treat sleep apnea so they can feel better during the day. When sleep apnea is treated correctly, you decrease your risk of serious health issues that can be caused by it.

Sleep Apnea, Mental Health and Cognitive Function

 Sleep apnea makes it impossible to reach deep sleep and recover overnight. This has a direct impact on your mental health and cognitive function. Some people experience symptoms of anxiety, while others feel depressed because they are always tired. Cognitive function often decreases in people who have untreated sleep apnea because their brain does not get the rest it needs every night. Your overall health will be impacted when you consistently don't get a good night's sleep. 

Signs of Sleep Apnea

 If you wake up consistently without feeling refreshed, you may have sleep apnea. Being jolted awake or feeling like you are catching your breath can indicate sleep apnea. Loud snoring often correlates with sleep apnea, and you may be scheduled for a sleep study to see if the snoring is caused by sleep apnea. 

Treatment for Sleep Apnea

 Treatment for sleep apnea begins with identifying if you have it in the first place. Your doctor may talk to you about maintaining a healthy weight, as this can impact the severity of sleep apnea. If you are scheduled for a sleep study, this will measure your respirations, oxygen saturation, and movements while you sleep at night. Sleep apnea means you have moments of apnea, which means you stop breathing temporarily. Your body startles itself awake to restart breathing, disrupting your sleep pattern. A CPAP machine can keep your airway open while you sleep, greatly improving your sleep apnea.

Call for a Sleep Apnea Consultation Now

 Are you concerned that you may have sleep apnea? When you wake up feeling tired all the time or notice a change in your ability to understand things, it's important to figure out if you have sleep apnea. Contact Greenville Pulmonary Associates in Greenville, TX, at 903-454-9976, and set up a consultation to meet with Dr. Philip. Get examined to see if sleep apnea is the cause of your symptoms, and get back to a healthier life now.