If you have trouble sleeping, you should tell your doctor. Your doctor is in the best position to diagnose your problem and find treatments that work for you. People with sleep problems may sometimes need to be evaluated for sleep apnea. Anyone can have this disorder and it is estimated that 2% to 4% of people in the United States have the most common form — Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Moderate to severe OSA involves obstruction of the airway, which might also include breathing pauses or gasping sounds. The pauses and gasps are caused when your throat muscles and tongue relax more than normal. Your airway then narrows or closes as you breathe in. Breathing stops for a moment and most people do not even know their sleep has been interrupted.
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