Women, sleep apnea, and the Swift™ LT for Her

November 19, 2008

One third of those with sleep apnea are women. Even mild apnea and snoring can severely affect the way women feel. Sleep apnea affects men and women in a similar way. The effect of sleep apnea on women is still being fully understood; however, there are several unique factors about the way women sleep.

Women's unique factors

Generally, women have shorter and fewer apneas than men, but it affects them more, even with relatively milder sleep disturbances.

Since they may not report typical symptoms, women are more likely to be misdiagnosed, though, they are also more likely to seek help for health challenges.

Sleep apnea deprives women of sound sleep, energy and vitality, causing symptoms such as mood swings and loss of mental sharpness.

Treatment improves health

Fortunately, treatment has been shown to improve these symptoms and reduce the risk of health problems. The most popular and effective treatment is positive airway pressure therapy , where a gentle flow of air is supplied to open your upper airway and help you breathe more easily during the night. A small bedside device supplies air through a tube connected to a mask that you wear during the night.

The right treatment helps women at various stages of life—from motherhood to menopause and beyond—to sleep better and live a more energized life.

ResMed's Swift LT for Her

As world leaders in sleep solutions, ResMed provides a range of innovative, proven therapy options. We can offer you a choice of ultra-comfortable masks, including our mask specially designed for women - Swift LT for Her .

Designed by women for women, the streamlined Swift LT for Her Nasal Pillows System leaves you free to look and feel more like yourself.

It allows you to wear your hair either over or under the head strap, tied or untied. Lightweight and with a fit range to suit women, it makes therapy as comfortable as possible for you.

This is just one of the excellent choices from the ResMed range, which also includes nasal and full face masks.

Your doctor or specialist will help select the best products for you.

A Breath of Fresh Air for Women

If you think someone you or someone you know may have sleep apnea, f ind out how you can sleep well, stay healthy and feel good at www.feelgoodsleep.com .