Risk Factors for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

• Some studies have shown that a family history of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea increases the risk of OSA
  two to four times.
• Being overweight is a risk factor for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, as is having a large neck. However, not all individuals
  with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea are overweight.
• Obstructive Sleep Apnoea is more likely to occur in men than in women.
• Abnormalities of the structure of the upper airway contribute to Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.
• Obstructive Sleep Apnoea may be more common amongst certain ethnic groups (African, Mexican, Aborigines)
• Smoking and alcohol use increase the risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.