Disease Comparison
Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.
Sleep Apnea
Moderate
3
Symptoms
4
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
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COVID-19
Moderate
4
Symptoms
2
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
Overview
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops or becomes very shallow during sleep. The most common form is obstructive sleep apnea, which occurs when the upper airway becomes blocked or narrowed during sleep. Another form, central sleep apnea, occurs when the brain does not send appropriate signals to the muscles that control breathing. Symptoms may include loud snoring, pauses in breathing, daytime sleepiness, and morning headaches.
COVID-19
COVID-19 is an illness caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. It spreads mainly when an infected person breathes out respiratory droplets and very small particles containing the virus. Illness can range from mild to severe, and some people develop complications or longer-lasting symptoms after the initial infection. Testing, vaccination, and appropriate medical care are important parts of prevention and management.
Symptoms
Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
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Chest Pain Dry Cough Fever Loss Of SmellCauses
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Alcohol Infection Smoking StressOnly in Right Disease
Kidney Disease ObesityDiagnosis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is evaluated using symptoms, sleep history, and information from a sleep partner when available. A sleep study can monitor breathing, oxygen levels, heart rate, and other body functions during sleep. Testing may be performed in a sleep center or, for some people, at home. The results help determine whether apnea is present and what type and severity of disorder exists.
COVID-19
COVID-19 is diagnosed using tests that detect SARS-CoV-2 infection. Testing may be recommended when symptoms develop or after an appropriate exposure, depending on the situation. Common symptoms can include fever, cough, tiredness, sore throat, congestion, and changes in taste or smell, although symptoms vary. Healthcare providers consider symptoms, exposure history, and test results when evaluating illness.
Prevention
Sleep Apnea
Maintaining a healthy weight can reduce the risk of obstructive sleep apnea or lessen its severity. Avoiding alcohol and sedating medicines before sleep, when medically appropriate, can also help. Sleeping on the side may reduce airway obstruction in some people. Avoiding tobacco and treating nasal or other airway problems can support healthy breathing during sleep. People with symptoms should seek medical evaluation.
COVID-19
COVID-19 risk can be reduced by staying up to date with recommended vaccines, improving indoor ventilation, and avoiding close contact with people known to be infected. Staying home when sick and following current public-health guidance can reduce transmission. People at higher risk of severe disease should discuss prevention and early treatment options with their healthcare provider.
Risk Factors
Sleep Apnea
Risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea include excess body weight, a larger neck circumference, certain facial or airway structures, older age, and a family history of the disorder. Alcohol and sedating medicines can worsen airway obstruction during sleep. Smoking may also increase risk. Central sleep apnea is associated with certain heart, brain, and medical conditions and with some medicines.
COVID-19
The risk of severe COVID-19 increases with older age and certain underlying medical conditions. Risk can also be affected by immune-system problems and other factors that make it harder for the body to fight infection. Previous vaccination or infection can provide protection against severe disease, although protection changes over time. Exposure to an infected person increases the chance of becoming infected.
Treatment
Sleep Apnea
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COVID-19
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