What is central sleep apnea?
Central sleep apnea results from failure of stimulation by the respiratory centers in the medulla; both hereditary varieties and varieties accompanying other brainstem disorders have been observed. It is distinct from obstructive sleep apnea, which is caused by a blockage of the airway.
How do members experience central sleep apnea?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with central sleep apnea*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for central sleep apnea*
*Data from patients with central sleep apnea, who have ever reported treatments, ordered by their reporting frequency during the last 5 years.
Compare treatments taken by people with central sleep apnea*
*Data from patients with central sleep apnea, who have ever reported treatments, ordered by their reporting frequency during the last 5 years.
Who has central sleep apnea on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 5 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 6 | |
| 40s | 32 | |
| 50s | 47 | |
| 60s | 58 | |
| 70+ | 58 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 76 | |
| Female | 135 |