What are the symptoms of sleep apnea in women?

Sleep apnea doesn’t only happen to old guys who are overweight. For every two to three men diagnosed with sleep apnea, one woman has it, too.¹

Could that woman be you? The signs can be quite subtle and easy to miss, but getting effective treatment could make a heap of difference to your energy level and enjoyment of life.

While the mature, overweight male may be the stereotypical picture of a person with sleep apnea, it doesn’t necessarily represent the reality.

Sleep apnea doesn’t discriminate – it affects women as well as men.

So, if your partner complains that you’re snoring, perhaps it’s time to find out what other symptoms to be on the lookout for as many women mistakenly believe that sleep apnea will never affect them.

Many women with sleep apnea don’t know they have it.

Typically, sleep apnea symptoms are different and more subtle in women than they are in men.²

Knowing these differences may prove to be the difference between seeking help and seeking help and getting the appropriate healthcare sooner rather than later or ignoring the problem altogether. It’s always good to know the subtle warning signs.

If you suspect you may have sleep apnea, talk to your doctor. Also, our free sleep assessment may help you better understand your sleep.

One way you can ensure that any symptoms you have are identified and investigated is to know what they are.

Treatment of sleep apnea may help you to sleep properly and perform effectively the next day.

What are some sleep apnea symptoms that women have more often than men?³

• Morning headaches
• Difficulty staying asleep
• Waking up often during sleep
• Tiredness

Why are women less likely to be diagnosed with sleep apnea than men?

As a woman, you may tend to think you don’t have sleep apnea because you may not have certain symptoms, such as snoring.3 Women are less likely to report the presence of snoring as well as the intensity.⁴

Do these symptoms look familiar?

If you think you might have some symptoms of sleep apnea, it may be wise to take steps to identify any sleeping disorders you may have.

There can be many reasons for interrupted sleep, so keep in mind that diagnosing sleep apnea in women can be difficult – so go through the process thoroughly.

Treatment can be a life changer, which may improve your energy level and help you to be your best self.

Improve your sleep by taking a sleep test, which can be fast, easy and is covered by many insurance providers.*