Gaustad Syndrome

Gaustad syndrome is a type of apnea - an obstructive breathing disorder in which regular pauses of up to 15-20 seconds occur and shallow breathing is observed. Seizures can lead to impaired brain activity, decreased attention and memory, so it is important to start treatment immediately and consult a specialist.

Gaustad syndrome is a disease characterized by sleep-disordered breathing with repeated brief pauses in breathing and frequent snoring sounds. This respiratory disease usually develops in middle-aged men, but can also occur in women. In most cases, the syndrome is found in people who are overweight and obese.

Symptoms of Gaustad syndrome: - feeling unwell during the day; - morning weakness, fatigue, sweating; - irritability, aggressiveness; - increased heart rate; - dizziness and disturbances of consciousness; - pain in the chest area after waking up. However, the main symptom is prolonged snoring, which becomes stronger during an attack. During apnea, there is a decrease in oxygen delivery to the brain, sleep disturbance and general condition occur.