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 The Eye
Care & Surgery Center at 908-789-8999, visit The Eye Care
& Surgery Center, Google+ or facebook.com/eyecareandsurgerycenter to schedule an
appointment.
The Eye Care & Surgery Center is located at 592 Springfield
Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, 10 Mountain Boulevard, Warren, New Jersey
07059 and 517 Route One South, Suite 1100, Iselin, New Jersey 08830, and is conveniently located for patients from throughout
central and northern New Jersey.