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Answers to real sleep apnea questions

Plain-language guides built on guidance from sleep medicine and public health organizations. Prefer quick answers? See the FAQ.

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Do I have sleep apnea? Signs, risk factors and how to find out

The most common signs of obstructive sleep apnea, who is most at risk, and the steps to find out for sure — from a free online screening to a sleep study.

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Home sleep test vs. in-lab sleep study: which one do you need?

How an at-home sleep apnea test compares with an overnight lab study (polysomnography): what each measures, who each suits, and their trade-offs.

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What is the STOP-Bang questionnaire? How the score works

STOP-Bang is an eight-question screening for obstructive sleep apnea risk. Learn what each letter means, how the 0–8 score is grouped, and what it can't tell you.

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What is AHI? Sleep apnea severity explained

The Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) is how a sleep study describes sleep apnea severity. Learn what the numbers mean: no OSA, mild, moderate and severe.

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Snoring vs. sleep apnea: how to tell the difference

Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea. Learn the signs that suggest snoring may be more than noise, and when to get checked.

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Untreated sleep apnea: how it can affect your health

How untreated obstructive sleep apnea is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, daytime sleepiness and drowsy driving.

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How much does an at-home sleep study cost?

What affects the cost of a home sleep apnea test, how insurance coverage usually works, and the Help Me Sleep $199 self-pay option.

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