Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder. If you have sleep apnea, your breathing stops for several seconds at a time, followed by snorting, gasping, or choking for air. This can affect your sleep quality and make you very tired during the day, even if you get plenty of sleep.
In this video, learn the symptoms of sleep apnea, how doctors diagnose it, and the most common treatments.
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Lauren Smith, MALauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Alexandra Schwarz, MDDr. Schwarz is board eligible Sleep Medicine and board certified Family Medicine physician. She is a member of the AASM and ABFM.
