Many persons who suffer from poor quality rest at night
suffer from Sleep Apnea, a condition in which breathing is disrupted during
sleep… but very few recognize this. They often find that their sleep is often
disturbed but are unable to put a finger on the cause for the disruption. When
Sleep Apnea becomes a suspect cause of their rest problems, those facing the
diagnosis often wonder what factors may have led to the problem.
There are a number of things that can cause Sleep Apnea. Some
of them are related to the structure of the body or genealogy while others are
associated with other medical conditions. Being masculine increases one’s
likelihood of facing the condition. Another cause is excess weight or a thick
neck. Age is also a contributing factor with individuals over forty years old
being more likely to have the ailment than those who are younger.
Medical conditions such as GERD or Gastroesophageal Reflux
can cause the development of Sleep Apnea. Sometimes the condition is triggered
by issues in the oral cavity or throat area: larger than normal tonsils, for
instance, or a deviated septum, may affect breathing during sleep. Some persons though, are genetically
predisposed to the condition.