Polycythemia Symptoms Explained: Could It Be Sleep Apnea? | Dr. Valerie Cacho скачать в хорошем качестве

Polycythemia Symptoms Explained: Could It Be Sleep Apnea? | Dr. Valerie Cacho

Have you been told your hemoglobin or hematocrit is high — but you don’t smoke, live at high altitude, or have lung disease? One often-overlooked cause is untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). When sleep apnea drops your oxygen levels at night, your body produces more red blood cells to carry oxygen. This raises your hemoglobin and hematocrit, sometimes leading to symptoms that feel a lot like polycythemia. Hi, I’m Dr. Val 👋🏼 an integrative sleep physician and women’s sleep expert. In this video, I’ll break down: ✔️ How sleep apnea causes elevated hemoglobin and hematocrit ✔️ Why thickened blood can raise risks for blood clots, stroke, and heart problems ✔️ Common symptoms of high blood counts, including fatigue, headaches, dizziness, and itchiness after showers ✔️ Other causes doctors check for (like smoking or polycythemia vera) ✔️ How treating sleep apnea can bring your blood counts back to normal The good news: many people see their blood counts improve once their sleep apnea is treated — no extra blood draws or medications needed. Join Sleephoria Sisterhood 💗 A free community for women in perimenopause and beyond who are tired of being tired: https://www.skool.com/sleephoria Disclaimer: Information provided is for educational purposes and is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice or consultation with a healthcare professional #womenshealth #sleephealth #womenssleep #sleephoria #womenssleephealth #sleepdoctortips #sleepapnea #sleepdoctor #polycythemia #hemoglobin #hematocrit