Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Tom’s Guide
Tom’s Guide
Technology
Julie Penfold

What is central sleep apnea and how can you tell if you have it?

A man fitting a CPAP mask to help his central sleep apnea.

Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a sleep disorder that is less common than obstructive sleep apnea, but it does have some similarities.

In the US, CSA is estimated to affect less than 1% of adults over 40. It’s a sleep disorder that is caused by a brief lack of communication between your brain and the muscles that control your breathing.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.