Moderate-to-severe sleep apnea

What does "Moderate-to-severe sleep apnea" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Moderate-to-severe sleep apnea is a medical condition where a person's breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. This can happen hundreds of times a night, often for a minute or longer. With severe sleep apnea, these breathing pauses occur more frequently and last longer. This condition can lead to poor sleep quality and other health problems.

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