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Allergies Allergies Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Daniel More, MD, your Guide to Allergies Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition which results from the collapsing of the tissues of the throat during sleeping, resulting in severe snoring and episodes of apnea (breathing stops momentarily). This results in low oxygen levels in the blood stream, and the lack of restful sleep. People with OSA are usually tired regardless of how much sleep they get, often have morning headaches and uncontrolled acid reflux. Chronic OSA, when left untreated, can cause a multitude of medical problems, including severe asthma, coughing, acid reflux, heart disease, diabetes, obesity and chronic lung conditions. Children can also be affected by sleep apnea, especially when the tonsils and adenoid tissues are enlarged from allergies. Find out more about sleep apnea, including symptoms that suggest the diagnosis, how the condition is tested for, and the treatments that are ava ilable. How Sleep Apnea Affects Asthma Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, or simply sleep apnea, is a disease process caused by repeated episodes of closing of the upper airway during sleep, resulting in the reduction of airflow and oxygen to the lungs. This can lead to low oxygen levels in the blood stream, gasping episodes and frequent nighttime awakenings. Studies suggest that people with asthma may be at increased risk for sleep apnea, and that sleep apnea can worsen asthma. Sleep apnea worsens asthma in a number of ways... See More About:  sleep apnea  cpap  uppp Sleep Apnea in Children Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) means that someone's upper airway becomes temporarily blocked, resulting in snoring or mouth breathing. These episodes result in a drop in the oxygen levels and an increase in the carbon dioxide levels in the bloodstream, and a decrease in the quality of restful sleeping. When left untreated, sleep apnea can result in multiple medical and psychological complications in both adults and children... See More About:  sleep apnea  nasal congestion  snoring CPAP for Sleep Apnea Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the preferred therapy for obstructive sleep apnea. CPAP involves the patient wearing a mask during sleep that provides a continuous stream of pressurized air to keep the airways open... See More About:  sleep apnea  cpap  uppp Allergies Ads Asthma Sleep Apnea Allergies Asthma and Allergies Symptoms of Asthma Featured Articles Insect Allergies Anaphylaxis Allergy Shots and Drops (Immunotherapy) Alternative Therapies in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Allergies Glossary of Terms Information on the Most Common Allergy Medications   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More> This newsletter is written by: Daniel More, MD Allergies Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Allergies newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What are Allergies? Symptoms of Allergies Diagnosis of Allergies Treatment of Allergies Preventing Allergies Advertisement