apnea
Definition
Noun: A temporary pause or cessation of breathing.
Usage
"Apnea" is a medical term used to describe a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts. It is most commonly discussed in the context of sleep disorders but can occur in other situations.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with sleep apnea, which caused frequent awakenings at night.
- Premature infants are monitored for episodes of apnea.
- His loud snoring is a symptom of obstructive apnea.
Advanced Usage
- Central apnea: A type of apnea where the brain fails to send the proper signals to the muscles that control breathing.
- Apnea-hypopnea index (AHI): A scale used to measure the severity of sleep apnea by counting the number of apnea and hypopnea events per hour of sleep.
Variants and Related Words
- Apneic (adjective): Relating to or suffering from apnea.
- The doctor noted an apneic episode on the monitor.
Synonyms
- Breath-holding (in specific, non-medical contexts)
- Respiratory pause
Related Phrases and Terms
- Sleep apnea: A common disorder characterized by repeated episodes of apnea during sleep.
- Apnea test: A medical test, often part of a neurological exam, to assess the brain's ability to control breathing.
Noun
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transient cessation of respiration
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