The MAG Vietnam Vol 7 March 2017 | Page 22

Medical Opinion
Local identity-“ Dr John” providing medical advice and facts with the help of WebMD. John is a retired SOS Clinic Manager, Registered RN ICU and a long time resident of Vung Tau, many locals seek his pearls of wisdom.

Are You at Risk for Sleep Apnea? Test Your Knowledge.

If you snore, it means you have sleep apnea.

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If you don’ t treat it, sleep apnea can raise your risk of:
Stoke Depression Car Accident All
Which activity may reduce daytime sleepiness caused by sleep apnea?
Yodeling
Tonsil flexes
Playing the didgeridoo
Flossing daily
Sleep apnea is more common in people who are overweight. Why?
Extra weight can cause sleep apnea
Sleeo apnea may cause weight gain
Both
Neither
The most common treatment for sleep apnea is a CPAP – continuous positive airway pressure – machine. How does it work?
Adjusts the angle of the spine during sleep
Uses electrical impulses to induce REM sleep
Blows air to keep the airway open during sleep
All
The older you are, the more likely you are to have sleep apnea.

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When CPAP doesn’ t work to reduce symptoms, what’ s the No. 1 reason why?
Another health condition gets worse
The machine stops working
People stop using it
Breakthrough snoring
Which of these may help treat sleep apnea?
Sleeping on your side
Surgery Weight loss All
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