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.
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.
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.
