What does sleep apnea have to do with eye
problems and diseases? Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common condition that
affects some 3-7% of the overall population in the U.S.. You are even at
greater risk for OSA if you are middle aged or older, male, overweight or obese, have a family history of OSA, are menopausal, have any nasal or sinus irregularities or are
a smoker or consume alcohol. If you know anyone with OSA you know they have
poor nighttime sleep and are very tired, sleepy and fatigued during the day.
Did you know that OSA also increases your risk of hypertension, cardiovascular
disease, stroke and even diabetes? Results of the SLE.E.P.Y.
Study show OSA either increases your risk for several
eye disorders and problems including glaucoma, eyelid, corneal and retinal
problems such as macular disease or seems to be associated with them at a much
higher rate than the normal population.
If you or someone you know suffers from
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) they should be sure to have regular eye exams.
Please schedule an eye exam at D’Ambrosio Eye Care at 800-325-3937, visit D’Ambrosio Eye Care, Google+ or
facebook.com/dambrosioeyecare so that we can help.
D'Ambrosio Eye Care provides eye care for patients throughout
greater Boston, central and western Massachusetts with office locations at 479
Old Union Turnpike, Lancaster, Massachusetts 01523, 865 Merriam Avenue, Suite
119, Leominster, Massachusetts 01453, 100 Powder Mill Road, Acton,
Massachusetts 01720, 413 Main Street, Athol, Massachusetts 01331, 74 Main
Street, Gardner, Massachusetts 01440 and 255 Park Avenue, Suite 606, Worcester,
Massachusetts 01609
