Insomnia or Sleep Apnea?

Same exhaustion. Different problem. Different fix.

Insomnia: the mind is on

You can't fall asleep. You watch the clock.

Apnea: the body wakes you

You fall asleep fine — but airway collapses.

Insomnia clues

Racing thoughts, variable nights, anxiety at bedtime.

Apnea clues

Loud snoring, gasping, dry mouth, unrefreshing sleep.

When to test

Snoring + daytime sleepiness = ask for a sleep study.

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