Talking to your doctor about sleep apnea
If you suspect you have sleep apnea, the next step is to see a physician, who can prescribe a sleep study to know for sure. The study is a simple, painless procedure that takes place in a dedicated facility or in your home. In order to make the most of your visit, please complete the steps below.
If you have not already done so, please take our simple 9 question Sleep Apnea Risk Test and print out the results to take to your appointment.
Contact a sleep physician in your area to schedule an appointment. You can also schedule an appointment with your primary care physician in the unlikely event that you can’t find a sleep physician in your area.
Discuss your sleep apnea risk test results with the physician, who will likely schedule a sleep study. Remember, a sleep study is the only way to diagnose sleep apnea.
“Be proactive. Ask your doctor about sleep apnea.”
Find the motivation you need to start treatment from others who have had success.
Sleep apnea has been shown to co-exist with other medical conditions, such as:
Successful sleep apnea treatment can lead to a number of benefits including:
