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Quiz: Are you at risk for Sleep Apnea?

The following questions may help determine if you are risk for having sleep apnea or if a sleep study may be needed:

• Snoring: Do you snore most nights (more than 3 nights per week)?
  o Yes     o No
• Is your snoring loud?
  o Yes     o No
• Has anyone told you that you stop breathing during sleep?
  o Yes     o No
• Is your neck size greater than:
  o For a male: 17 inches
  o For a female: 15 inches
• Have you or are you being treated for high blood pressure?
  o Yes     o No
• Are you often sleepy or fall asleep driving, sitting and reading, watching TV or in quiet situations?
  o Yes     o No
• Have you been having problems with your memory or with your ability to concentrate?
  o Yes     o No

What are the next steps?

If a sleep study has already been done and confirmed sleep apnea then a discussion about treatment can be scheduled.

If two or more of the above questions had a yes answer then you may be at an increased risk for having sleep apnea. A review of the answers to these questions is necessary and additional questions may be explored. Regardless, a consultation with your personal physician is in order or a direct referral to a sleep center for a formal sleep study.