Untreated sleep apnea can have serious effects, including increasing the odds of several diseases. Warning signs of sleep apnea – a disease where the upper airway collapses during sleep – include snoring, choking, chronic fatigue, obesity and high blood pressure.
If you are experiencing signs of sleep apnea, you should see your health care provider as sleep apnea can increase your risk of heart failure, strokes and more.
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