Sleep Apnea Screening
Even if you don't show signs or symptoms of this condition your doctor still may ask you to participate in screening for Sleep Apnea if you have common risk factors. Learn more about the specific tests or exams given by your doctor to screen for Sleep Apnea.
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Screening for Sleep Apnea
The purpose of screening is early diagnosis and treatment. Screening tests are usually administered to people without current symptoms, but who may be at high risk for certain diseases or conditions.
Your doctor may give you a test, such as the Berlin Questionnaire or the Epworth sleepiness scale, to gain information about your symptoms. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children are screened for sleep apnea by asking about snoring.
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