Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common problem that affects a person’s breathing during sleep. A person with OSA has times during sleep in which air cannot flow normally into the lungs. Watch this new video then learn more from the patient fact sheet at https://site.thoracic.org/advocacy-patients/patient-resources/what-is-obstructive-sleep-apnea-in-adults #sleepmedicine #osa #sleepapnea | American Thoracic Society

What does sleep apnea have to do with your eyes? Sleep apnea is a risk factor for glaucoma, an eye disease that could lead to vision loss. The likelihood of developing glaucoma is higher in people who have sleep apnea. Eye doctors may be able to spot signs of sleep apnea during a routine eye exam. Changes in your eyelids, retina, or vision could be indicators of sleep apnea. When sleep apnea is treated, many of the eye-related symptoms are reversible. bit.ly/3Iq8TN8 | American Academy of Sleep M