Can Untreated Sleep Apnea Cause High Blood Pressure and Heart Problems? What You Need to Know
Yes. Untreated sleep apnea can contribute to high blood pressure and is associated with several cardiovascular conditions, particularly when obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs repeatedly over time. The connection has to do with what happens during an apnea event. A person with OSA may repeatedly stop or reduce breathing because the upper airway becomes blocked […]
