How is Diabetes Connected with Sleep Apnea? (And Is It Legal to Use Earplugs for Marriage Therapy?)

Think sleep apnea is just about loud snoring? Think again. This common condition is a serious health issue that affects a staggering number of people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Steve Edelman is joined by Dr. Jeremy Pettus, who shares his own recent and unexpected diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea. From recognizing the subtle symptoms to navigating the diagnosis process and starting treatment, Dr. Pettus offers a firsthand account of what it's like to confront this underdiagnosed condition. This episode is a crucial wake-up call, revealing how untreated sleep apnea can impact everything from your heart health and blood pressure to your energy levels and insulin resistance. Whether you or a loved one has diabetes, this is essential listening.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Jeremy shares his sleep apnea diagnosis
3:10 – What is sleep apnea, really?
6:00 – Night vs. day symptoms to watch for
9:45 – How common is sleep apnea in people with diabetes?
13:00 – Risk factors: age, weight, alcohol, lifestyle, and more
16:20 – Why untreated sleep apnea is so dangerous
20:40 – How sleep apnea is diagnosed (home sleep tests vs. labs)
25:15 – First-line treatments: lifestyle changes & weight loss
29:30 – CPAP and other treatment options explained
33:40 – Final thoughts: why awareness matters

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