Do I have Central Sleep Apnea?

Is there evidence by polysomnography of five or more central apneas per hour of sleep?

Are you sure the disorder is not better explained by another current sleep disorder?

Based on your answers, it is unlikely that you have central sleep apnea.

While it is unlikely that you have central sleep apnea, you are displaying a symptom related to it. Central sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which your breathing stops and starts repeatedly during sleep. If you have difficulties staying asleep, shortness of breath that makes you wake up during sleep, or if your partner notices that you have intermittent pauses in your breathing during sleep, it may be important to talk with your doctor.

Unfortunately, you are displaying symptoms typically seen among individuals who have central sleep apnea. Central sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that can cause other problems such as fatigue and heart problems. You may have a hard time concentrating at work or school and you easily fall asleep when at work, or even when driving. Besides, when blood oxygen levels drop, which happens during central sleep apnea, it will have negative consequences for your heart. Treatment for the disorder usually involve treating existing health problems, using a device at night that helps breathing, or using supplemental oxygen.