Sleep Apnea is a common sleep disorder where a person's breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. This can lead to poor sleep quality and can cause excessive daytime sleepiness. There are two main types: obstructive sleep apnea, which occurs when throat muscles relax excessively, and central sleep apnea, which happens when the brain fails to send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing. People with sleep apnea may snore loudly, experience gasping or choking sensations during sleep, and have difficulty concentrating during the day. It can affect anyone, but it is more prevalent in individuals who are overweight or have a family history of the condition. Treatment options include lifestyle changes, the use of a CPAP machine, or surgery in severe cases.