Sleep Apnea Support Group
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. People with sleep apnea partially awaken as they struggle to breathe, but in the morning they may not be aware of sleep disturbances.
I just found out today that I have severe sleep apnea. They said I have both central and Obstructive sleep apnea. Due to knee and back pain I have been on mild pain killers (opioid) for a few years. I also take
antidepressants. I am wondering how much if any the meds I take affect the central sleep apnea. Will I need to come off the opioids,
antidepressants ? If so will they be able to give me something else for pain? I can not take nsaids. Thanks for any advice.
antidepressants. I am wondering how much if any the meds I take affect the central sleep apnea. Will I need to come off the opioids,
antidepressants ? If so will they be able to give me something else for pain? I can not take nsaids. Thanks for any advice.
Here is just one article and you can do a lot more research but you will need to talk to your doctor to help determine the best course of action
usually the obstructive apnea causes the snoring