Sleep apnea symptoms in women 

Sleep apnea symptoms are more pronounced in men though; they are not hidden in women too. The symptoms in women however differ from the symptoms in men. The distinguishing symptoms are comparatively reduced noise level during snoring and the restless leg syndrome with marked and abrupt increase in body weight.

Why there is abrupt weight gain in sleep apnea women? 

On account of the general pattern of activities, men consume more calories therefore they need higher calorific intake. A balance however exists between the intake and consumption of calories and this doesn’t permit an excessive weight gain. Contrarily women need lesser calories but their intake is increased under stress. As the consumption of calories does not increase accordingly the result is a surplus of calories which start accumulating in adipose tissue. Since it does not happen in a regular fashion the result is an abrupt weight gain in women under stressful conditions like sleep apnea.

Sleep Apnea Symptoms in Women  

It is an established fact that compared with men sleep apnea is less common in women. 

This point has attracted the attention of sleep experts because they think finding out the cause of this reduced occurrence may increase the chances of reducing it in men too. By dint of precise interpretation of the distinguishing diet patterns and other parameters, some meaningful application may help finding out a sure cure for sleep apnea.

Are the women at lesser risk? 

Unluckily and contrary to the case of occurrence, it is not. Sleep apnea symptoms in women are different in manifestation only but not less risky by any means. Women are as exposed to the dangerous effects of sleep apnea as are men. Some sleep experts like Dr.Collop, opine that women are more vigilant sleepers than men. They get disturbed more easily therefore can wake up in the early stages of respiratory obstruction. Men on the other hand may continue sleeping even in the state of respiratory obstruction, aggravating the situation, hence they are more likely to fall victim of the highly dangerous effects of sleep apnea.

How important is the diagnosis of sleep apnea in women? 

Identifying a problem in early stages helps resolve it in early stages. Late identification requires manifold efforts to resolve, on account of the complications which usually tend to increase in geometrical progression. This general statement applies equally to men and women. Regardless of the gender, importance of diagnosis can not be underemphasized.

 The wake up call 

When you begin your day with slight headache and do not feel fresh and when you feel like falling to sleep again and when you recall having been very restless with your legs the preceding night, it is wake up call for you. Just find contacts of relevant experts and facilities in your reach and contact the best of them, for diagnosis without being alarmed overly. Remember a stitch in time saves nine.