What are the connections between sleep apnea and Type 2 Diabetes?
Studies indicate that sleep apnea is associated with, and may contribute to, type 2 diabetes, hypertension and heart disease.
What are the symptoms of sleep apnea?
Loud snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness are classic symptoms, but patients may also present with morning headaches, fatigue, or depression. Learn »
What is sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea occurs when the upper airway closes during sleep, preventing breathing. Learn »
Why is sleep important?
Sleep is an active, restorative state that is critical for physiological health and cognitive function. Learn »
Sleep Apnea and Diabetes Quote
Research shows that it is likely in people with type 2 diabetes that more than 50% suffer from some form of sleep disorder such as sleep apnea.
At the same time, people diagnosed with sleep apnea have significantly greater risk of developing diabetes compared with those that don’t suffer from the sleep disorder.
Professor Paul Zimmet AO MD PhD FRACP FRCP FTSE Co-chair of the IDF working group that issued the consensus statement. Director of the International Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Australia
Diabetes Experts Urge Action
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) has recognized the benefits of more aggressively diagnosing and treating sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes in patients with both conditions.
The IDF recently recommended that patients with type 2 diabetes be screened for sleep apnea, indicating their serious concern for the longer term health risks for people suffering from these two chronic disease states.
Read the IDF Consensus Statement or visit www.idf.org
