If you have been doing any studying up on sleep apnea, then you may know there’s a long list of symptoms that may affect you. For some, it’s just a matter of feeling sleepy throughout the day. For others, very frustrating side effects that can affect your daily life may occur, including headaches. When you wake with pain, you may immediately reach for pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. While this works as a short-term solution, we strongly suggest you remember that it’s not enough.
They’re Only Covering Up The Problem
Pain relievers do, in fact, help your pain go away. However, they don’t make the cause of your pain go away. This is a problem. You may continue using medication but it’s important to remember that all you’re doing is covering up or “masking” the problem that needs attention: Sleep apnea.
Sleep Apnea Treatment Resolves The Root Of The Concern
Treatment for sleep apnea is what will actually make your headaches go away. It won’t stop them every day once they start. It will simply stop them from developing at all. This is because your headaches are the direct result of improper breathing as you sleep, which is problematic and dangerous on many levels.
Treating Sleep Disorders Protects Your Life
Remember that sleep apnea can lead to long-term health problems. As a result, it’s important to remain focused on protecting not only your sleep but your physical wellbeing. While pain relievers may be able to get the pain to go away each morning, the damage is still taking place. See us for treatment, so you can enjoy healthy sleep and overall wellness!
Say Goodbye To Headaches With Sleep Apnea Treatment
See us as soon as you can if you struggle with morning headaches, so we can make them a thing of the past. James Stewart, DDS, and our team serve patients from Livonia, MI, as well as Farmington Hills, Farmington, Plymouth, Northville, Novi, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn, Garden City, Westland, Redford, and the surrounding communities. To schedule a consultation, call our office today at (734) 425-4400.
