How are you sleeping? Do you snore? Sleep apnea is a common issue in people with type 2 diabetes.
Sleep Apnea
Do you ever feel like you are choking, and awakened from your sleep? Do you wake up with a headache? Are you having a difficult time controlling your diabetes and losing weight? If so, you should be checked for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) the most common form of sleep disordered breathing. OSA accounts for 80% of cases of sleep apnea. (1)
How are you sleeping? Do you snore? Sleep apnea is a common issue in people with type 2 diabetes.
Sleeping with Diabetes
It is estimated that up to 40% of people with OSA will have diabetes. In those with diabetes the prevalence may be up to 23%, and the rate of some sort of sleep disordered breathing may be as high as 58%. (1)
How are you sleeping? Do you snore? Sleep apnea is a common issue in people with type 2 diabetes.
Blood Glucose Levels
Obstructive sleep apnea may affect blood glucose control, and has been associated with hypertension, stroke and heart failure. (1)
How are you sleeping? Do you snore? Sleep apnea is a common issue in people with type 2 diabetes.
Treating Sleep Apnea
“Treating sleep apnea reduces insulin resistance, improves alertness and motivation and leads to more stable blood glucose levels.” (2)
How are you sleeping? Do you snore? Sleep apnea is a common issue in people with type 2 diabetes.
S.T.O.P.
S – Snore – loudly? T – Tired – fatigued during the day? O – Observed – Has anyone observed you stop breathing in your sleep? P – PRESSURE. Do you have or take meds for high blood pressure?
If you answered yes to any of the above, it is time to make an appointment with your doctor and discuss your current sleep patterns. Ask your doctor about participating in a sleep study. (3)
