05/07/2026
True or False: Sleep apnea causes repeated pauses in breathing during sleep?
True.
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep-related breathing disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts throughout the night. These pauses can last from a few seconds to over a minute.
Each interruption reduces oxygen flow to the brain and body, often triggering brief awakenings—disrupting your sleep without you even realizing it.
Common symptoms include:
Loud, chronic snoring
Gasping or choking during sleep
Morning headaches
Difficulty concentrating or brain fog
Mood changes, anxiety, or irritability
Poor sleep quality despite adequate sleep time
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to take them seriously.
