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* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * SNORING AND ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION Do men who sleep soundly have better sex lives? According to a recent study conducted at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University, the answer is yes! The findings also indicate that men who suffer from disruptive sleep, commonly known as "sleep apnea syndrome", not only may wake up tired, but also suffer a high rate of erectile dysfunction.
WHAT IS SLEEP APNEA?
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. These episodes usually last 10 seconds or more and occur repeatedly throughout the night. People with sleep apnea will partially awaken as they struggle to breathe, but in the morning they will not be aware of the disturbances in their sleep.
The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), caused by relaxation of soft tissue in the back of the throat that blocks the passage of air. Central sleep apnea (CSA) is caused by irregularities in the brain’s normal signals to breathe.
Most people with sleep apnea will have a combination of both types. The hallmark symptom of the disorder is excessive daytime sleepiness. Additional symptoms of sleep apnea include restless sleep, loud snoring (with periods of silence followed by gasps), falling asleep during the day, morning headaches, trouble concentrating, irritability, forgetfulness, mood or behavior changes, anxiety, and depression.
Not everyone who has these symptoms will have sleep apnea, but it is recommended that people who are experiencing even a few of these symptoms visit their doctor for evaluation. Sleep apnea is more likely to occur in men than women, and in people who are overweight or obese.
In the Cornell study, 50 men who suffered the symptoms of sleep apnea were tested. This same group was also tested for erectile dysfunction. The findings showed that 60% had abnormal sleep patterns, and of those, 80% had difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection. The conclusion being that men who suffer from sleep apnea are at high risk for ED, and the more severe the symptoms of sleep apnea, the more severe the challenge of ED.
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THE CONNECTION BETWEEN SNORING AND ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION According to an article published by the British Snoring and Sleep Apnoea Association regarding snoring and erectile dysfunction:
"For snorers, and for those who suffer the more serious condition of OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea), a series of events occurs at night that has an effect on their daytime functioning.
The apneas (cessation of breathing) that occur in sleep cause blood pressure to rise above normal levels which puts a strain on the heart and vascular system.
High blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack and stroke and can also suppress a healthy interest in sex. Additionally the respiratory disturbances and the reduction of oxygen in the blood caused by the apnea adversely affects blood vessel and hormone levels."
Dr. Charles Atwood, an associate director of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center's Sleep Medicine Center, said other findings have pointed to a connection between sleep apnea, snoring and erectile dysfunction. "If you are a man with erectile dysfunction, you should talk to your doctor to find out whether sleep apnea can be a factor," he said.
One theory as to why sleep apnea may lead to ED, according to Dr. Atwood, is that sleep apnea disrupts rapid eye movement, or REM sleep. During a man's normal sleep, every REM ( rapid eye movement) period is associated with erection. Because longer REM spans tend to happen towards the morning, it is not uncommon for a healthy man to awake with an erection.
If, however, the apnea disrupts the sleep, decreased REM sleep means fewer REM erections. The possibility exists, suggests Dr. Atwood, that REM erections are a necessary process for men to maintain a healthy sexual life.
IS THERE ANY TREATMENT?
There are a variety of treatments for sleep apnea, depending on an individual’s medical history and the severity of the disorder. Most treatment regimens begin with lifestyle changes, such as avoiding alcohol and medications that relax the central nervous system (for example, sedatives and muscle relaxants), losing weight, and quitting smoking.
Some people are helped by special pillows or devices that keep them from sleeping on their backs, or oral appliances to keep the airway open during sleep. This may be sufficient to help with the problem of snoring and erectile dysfunction.
If these conservative methods are inadequate, doctors often recommend continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), in which a face mask is attached to a tube and a machine that blows pressurized air into the mask and through the airway to keep it open.
There are also surgical procedures that can be used to remove tissue and widen the airway. Some individuals may need a combination of therapies to successfully treat their sleep apnea.
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WHAT IS THE PROGNOSIS?
Untreated, sleep apnea can be life threatening. Excessive daytime sleepiness can cause people to fall asleep at inappropriate times, such as while driving. (To Buy FDA Approved Cialis, Viagra, Levitra and Other Medications Click Here)
In addition to causing excessive snoring and erectile dysfunction, sleep apnea also appears to put individuals at risk for stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs, also known as “mini-strokes”), and is associated with coronary heart disease, heart failure, irregular heartbeat, heart attack, and high blood pressure.
Although there is no cure for sleep apnea, recent studies show that successful treatment can reduce the risk of heart and blood pressure problems. Also happier is the spouse, who can now get a better night's sleep, not having to deal with her husband's issues of snoring and erectile dysfunction.
According to Dr. Atwood, "Sleep apnea can be treated. The treatment is generally not a cure, but it does restore people to good function."
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