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Sleep apnea and stroke are clinically linked as both are identified as medical conditions associated with anxiety symptoms [1], [2]. Furthermore, research indicates that sleep apnea is a significant risk factor for stroke [3], and studies have specifically examined the prevalence of sleep apnea in patients who have suffered a stroke [4].
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder | Counseling Nexus manifold.counseling.org 2 facts
claimAnxiety symptoms are associated with various medical disorders, including endocrine imbalances (e.g., hyperthyroidism), cardiopulmonary conditions (e.g., congestive heart failure, sleep apnea), neurological concerns (e.g., stroke, Parkinson’s disease), autoimmune disorders or systemic infections (e.g., lupus), and nutritional or metabolic deficits (e.g., thiamine or niacin deficiency).
claimMorrison (2015) notes that anxiety is associated with various medical disorders, including endocrine imbalances (e.g., hyperthyroidism), cardiopulmonary conditions (e.g., congestive heart failure, sleep apnea), neurological concerns (e.g., stroke, Parkinson’s disease), autoimmune disorders or systemic infections (e.g., lupus), and nutritional or metabolic deficits (e.g., thiamine or niacin deficiency).
How sleep deprivation can harm your health - Harvard Health health.harvard.edu 1 fact
measurementPeople with moderate to severe sleep apnea have three times the risk of stroke compared with people who do not have the condition.
Extent and Health Consequences of Chronic Sleep Loss and ... - NCBI ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 1 fact
referenceBassetti et al. (1996) conducted a prospective study of 59 patients which examined the prevalence of sleep apnea in individuals who had experienced a transient ischemic attack or stroke.