Sleep Disorder breathing is characterized as an abnormal respiratory patterns or Insufficient ventilation during sleep.

Potential Health Issues From Sleep Disordered breathing include:

  • Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS)
  • Poor concentration
  • Morning headaches
  • Depressed mood
  • Night sweats
  • Weight gain
  • Fatigue
  • Forgetfulness
  • Nocturia

Common Symptoms

  • Frequent, loud snoring
  • Excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Chronic exhaustion even after a full night’s sleep
  • Gasping, choking or snorting during sleep
  • Morning headaches
  • Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Insomnia
  • High blood pressure
  • Poor memory, moodiness or difficulty concentrating
  • Waking up with a dry mouth or sore throat


Credit: Dr. German Ramirez-Yañez