Many people know nothing about central sleep apnea. It’s not the typical type of sleep apnea that is commonly found in adults who are overweight or have other physical issues and who stop breathing during the night. This sleep apnea is a neurological issue where the brain tells the body to stop breathing.
Cinergy Health, explains it is a very rare disease and one that is difficult to access since it is unusual to diagnosis it and it isn’t well-known. One family Ethan and Lisa Swoyer of Topton have dealt with it since their daughter was 18 months old. Now four, Hannah has an oxygen machine that has made her situation much more manageable.
As a result of their experience, the Swoyers have started a nonprofit foundation and they hope that it will raise awareness about central sleep apnea.
