How Sleep Apnea Affects the Body
Digestive System
Living with sleep apnea can cause the body to also have worsening symptoms of heartburn or GERD. These conditions can contribute to a person being unable to sleep during the night if their condition is not treated.
Sleep apnea can also affected the liver. The body may have a higher count of liver enzymes, liver scarring can occur, and a person may develop fatty liver disease.
