Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that can cause extreme fatigue, poor focus, and long-term health risks. In severe cases, sleep apnea may interfere with your ability to work and qualify you for Social Security Disability benefits. At Enticare, an ENT clinic located in Chandler, our specialists help diagnose and treat sleep apnea so patients can regain energy and improve daily function.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea occurs when breathing repeatedly stops during sleep. Common symptoms include loud snoring, gasping for air, excessive daytime sleepiness, and chronic fatigue.
There are three main types:
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): Airway blockage during sleep
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Central Sleep Apnea (CSA): Brain fails to signal breathing muscles
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Complex Sleep Apnea: A combination of both
Untreated sleep apnea increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure.
Causes and Treatment Options
Risk factors include excess weight, smoking, alcohol use, nasal congestion, and family history.
Treatment options may include:
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Lifestyle changes
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CPAP therapy
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FDA-approved Inspire® therapy
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Surgical solutions for airway obstruction
If CPAP does not work, Enticare offers advanced treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs.
Sleep Apnea and Social Security Disability
Sleep apnea alone is not listed as a disability, but severe cases may qualify when symptoms prevent full-time work for at least 12 months. Eligibility often depends on related conditions such as heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, or cognitive impairment caused by chronic sleep deprivation.
Sleep Apnea Care in Chandler
If sleep apnea affects your work or quality of life, schedule an evaluation with Enticare in Chandler. Our ENT and sleep specialists provide sleep studies, documentation for SSD requirements, and personalized treatment plans to help you breathe and sleep better.