Apple and Samsung smartwatches, with FDA clearance, now offer features to screen for signs of moderate-to-severe sleep apnea. While not diagnostic, these features can alert users to potential issues, prompting a doctor's visit for formal evaluation.
Andrea Pedemonte, medico sportivo genovese, ha completato un'impresa unendo apnea, ciclismo e alpinismo, partendo da 40 metri di profondità nel mare di Genova e raggiungendo la vetta del Monte Bianco in meno di 23 ore. L'iniziativa ha anche una finalità benefica.
A doctor warns that sleep apnea (OSA) can cause frequent nighttime urination, weight gain, and decreased male sexual function. OSA leads to interrupted breathing, oxygen drops, and forced awakenings, impacting metabolism, hormone sensitivity, and vascular health. Symptoms include loud snoring, pauses in breathing, gasping, and daytime fatigue despite adequate sleep.
Lanzarote celebra este fin de semana uno de los principales campeonatos de la disciplina en España, en el que los atletas tratarán de descender a decenas de metros aguantando la respiración
Waking up with a dry mouth every morning signals something more than dehydration, doctors warn. Causes include mouth breathing due to nasal blockage, obstructive sleep apnea, medications like antihistamines and antidepressants, and underlying conditions like diabetes and GERD. Experts recommend medical evaluation to identify the root cause rather than relying on temporary fixes.
