Thunderous Snoring is a Body's Cry for Help: 50% Combined with Sleep Apnea, a Potential Culprit for Stroke
Medical announcement that snoring is a danger signal from the body. Approximately 50% of chronic snorers also suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, and chronic nocturnal hypoxia is identified as a potential cause of fatal comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and stroke.
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(Central News Agency reporter Shen Pei-yao, Taipei, 2nd) Thunderous snoring may be a body's cry for help. Doctors warn that about 50% of chronic snorers also suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. Chronic nocturnal hypoxia leads to inflammation of vascular endothelium, becoming a potential culprit for fatal comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and stroke.
A stroke patient who had been snoring for many years and also had problems with weight and three highs (high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol) mistakenly thought that snoring was a sign of 'sleeping soundly' and did not take it seriously. It was not until during hospitalization and rehabilitation for the stroke that he was referred to an otolaryngologist due to excessive snoring disturbing others, and was then diagnosed with 'severe obstructive sleep apnea'.
Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun, an attending physician in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Jen-Ai Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, who treated this patient, pointed out that examinations revealed the patient's breathing stopped more than 30 times per hour, and his nocturnal blood oxygen concentration even dropped to 70%. Long-term breathing pauses had continuously exacerbated the risk of vascular deterioration even before the patient's stroke.
Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun stated that fortunately, after receiving CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy, the patient reported feeling less groggy upon waking up in the morning, and his overall daytime mental state felt more stable than before, even describing it as 'full of energy'.
"About 50% of chronic snorers suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. With increasing health awareness among the public, the number of patients seeking medical attention for sleep apnea is increasing by about 3% annually," said Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun. He added that the most terrifying aspect of this disease is chronic nocturnal hypoxia, which causes vascular endothelial inflammation and becomes a potential culprit for fatal comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and stroke.
Regarding treatment, Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun said that in addition to diverse options such as CPAP therapy, medication, and surgical treatment, lifestyle changes are also key. Losing 10% to 20% of body weight can significantly improve airway obstruction.
It is worth noting that symptoms differ significantly between men and women. Men often seek medical attention due to snoring affecting others, while postmenopausal women often present with daytime fatigue or nocturia. These symptoms are easily mistaken for menopausal symptoms. Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun urged people to seek professional medical evaluation and intervention to reduce long-term health risks. (Edited by Chen Ren-Hua) 1150502
(Central News Agency reporter Shen Pei-yao, Taipei, 2nd) Thunderous snoring may be a body's cry for help. Doctors warn that about 50% of chronic snorers also suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. Chronic nocturnal hypoxia leads to inflammation of vascular endothelium, becoming a potential culprit for fatal comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and stroke.
A stroke patient who had been snoring for many years and also had problems with weight and three highs (high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol) mistakenly thought that snoring was a sign of 'sleeping soundly' and did not take it seriously. It was not until during hospitalization and rehabilitation for the stroke that he was referred to an otolaryngologist due to excessive snoring disturbing others, and was then diagnosed with 'severe obstructive sleep apnea'.
Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun, an attending physician in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Jen-Ai Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, who treated this patient, pointed out that examinations revealed the patient's breathing stopped more than 30 times per hour, and his nocturnal blood oxygen concentration even dropped to 70%. Long-term breathing pauses had continuously exacerbated the risk of vascular deterioration even before the patient's stroke.
Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun stated that fortunately, after receiving CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy, the patient reported feeling less groggy upon waking up in the morning, and his overall daytime mental state felt more stable than before, even describing it as 'full of energy'.
"About 50% of chronic snorers suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. With increasing health awareness among the public, the number of patients seeking medical attention for sleep apnea is increasing by about 3% annually," said Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun. He added that the most terrifying aspect of this disease is chronic nocturnal hypoxia, which causes vascular endothelial inflammation and becomes a potential culprit for fatal comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and stroke.
Regarding treatment, Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun said that in addition to diverse options such as CPAP therapy, medication, and surgical treatment, lifestyle changes are also key. Losing 10% to 20% of body weight can significantly improve airway obstruction.
It is worth noting that symptoms differ significantly between men and women. Men often seek medical attention due to snoring affecting others, while postmenopausal women often present with daytime fatigue or nocturia. These symptoms are easily mistaken for menopausal symptoms. Dr. Chang Cheng-Hsun urged people to seek professional medical evaluation and intervention to reduce long-term health risks. (Edited by Chen Ren-Hua) 1150502