Inflammation and Sleep Apnea
 

Inflammation and Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a debilitating disease that often goes undetected for a long period of time before patients notice that they have this condition. A few common signs of sleep apnea that can give the patient an idea that they may be suffering from sleep apnea are feelings of depression, morning headaches, gastroesophageal reflux, difficulty concentrating, and nocturia. If left untreated this health condition can lead to many negative health impacts. Our home sleep study offered by Virtuox services provides the patient with detailed testing to help them identify their problem and prevent their problem from causing them future health risks.

In Home Sleep Studies and CPAP

In home sleep studies help to accurately identify the sleep apnea episodes and pinpoint the areas of concern that need to be addressed. If inflammation is found within the body, CPAP is a common treatment for helping to treat this problem. This procedure involves the patient wearing a mask at their time of sleep which delivers a constant positive airway pressure. While this mask can be uncomfortable and not always preferred by patients, it has had great results for reducing inflammation and benefiting the improvement of the overall health of the patient.

Inflammatory Concerns

Many studies have been conducted that have linked the condition of sleep apnea to high levels of inflammatory markers within the body. Two main proteins associated with sleep apnea are the C-reactive protein and the tumor necrosis factor. When sleep apnea is treated with CPAP machine, reducing the inflammation is one way to reverse some of the long-term effects associated with this sleep disorder.

Understanding Systemic Inflammation

When a patient has systemic inflammation, there are many areas of concern. This is an immune related condition that can contribute to the development and progression of other health conditions such as forming an autoimmune disorder which increases the patient’s risk for heart disease. Additionally, inflamed blood vessels are associated with growing fatty plaque which can cause blood clots and blockages resulting in heart attacks. The best action, when faced with this disease, is to identify the cause and begin immediate treatment. This is why our invaluable home sleep study can be a priceless investment for patients facing inflammatory problems.

Virtuox Services

Virtuox recognizes sleep apnea as a potentially life-threatening condition. We realize the importance of being able to accurately identify the patient’s problem areas so that they can begin the most effective treatment regimen. Our home oxygen test is designed to test patients in the comfort of their own home. This method is preferred over a sleep study lab where patients are in an unfamiliar surrounding with many wires attached all over their body. Our tests provide more accurate results because patients are in their natural environment thus being able to more closely track their usual sleep pattern when conducting the sleeping test. This can allow for a more accurate diagnosis and increase the chances of a successful treatment plan.

Get Help Today

At the first early signs of the condition of sleep apnea, it is important to address the situation quickly to avoid doing further damage to your body. If you are experiencing feelings of depression, memory problems or poor judgment, morning headaches, excessive daytime sleepiness, heart burn, nocturia, personality changes, difficulty concentrating, or impotence, you could have an underlying case of sleep apnea that you are not aware of. If this condition leads to systemic inflammation you can experience cardiac problems that can become very serious. Don’t let your sleep apnea get out of control. We at Virtuox are standing by to help you take the first step in diagnosing and treating your condition.

Our home sleep study costs are the best in the market and our at home sleep study is one of the best sleep studies offered to patients. Our staff is highly experienced in answering all of your questions and helping you feel comfortable with your decision in trusting us with your sleep apnea needs. Check out our great customer testimonials on our website and give us a call today. We look forward in playing an active role in improving your quality of life and your health. With Virtuox you are in the hands of qualified professionals.

 

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