Do you have Sleep Apnea?Take Our Epworth Sleep Apnea Self-Test* Below you will find an Epworth Sleep Apnea Self-Test. It is a simple, fast, and accurate way to confirm if you should talk to us about your sleep habits, possible sleep apnea, or overall health. The Epworth Sleep Apnea test was introduced by Dr. Murray Johns in 1991, and has been validated and in use in obstructive sleep apnea treatment ever since. It is a simple way to start understanding your daytime sleepiness. Question: How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations (versus just feeling tired)?
2. Watching television...
3. Sitting, inactive in a public place...
4. As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break...
5. Lying down to rest in the afternoon...
6. Sitting and talking with someone...
7. Sitting quietly after lunch without alcohol...
8. In a car, while stopped at a light...
TOTAL: (range 0 - 24)
Use this guide to interpret your results: Less than 10 - is considered normal. 10 or higher - you probably have a sleep disorder (apnea) and should speak with Dr. Tsai about it. 15 or higher - you have excessive daytime sleepiness and should speak to Dr. Tsai about your sleepiness as soon as possible.
* This scale should not be used to make your own diagnosis. It is intended as a tool to help you identify your own level of daytime sleepiness, which can often be a symptom of various sleep disorders. If you suspect you have sleep apnea, or another sleep disorder, or just have questions about sleep apnea, please speak with Dr. Tsai and/or your general physician.
Bay Area Sleep Apnea Oral Appliance Center and Sleep Apnea Dentist Dr. Tsai provides Sleep Apnea Oral Appliances and Snore Mouthguards and Devices in Millbrae, San Bruno, Burlingame, San Mateo and the Bay Area