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Sleep apnea can contribute to pulmonary hypertension (PH) by causing intermittent hypoxia (low oxygen levels during sleep). This lack of oxygen can lead to changes in blood vessels and increase pressure in the pulmonary arteries. Elevated red blood cell (RBC) levels may occur as the body tries to compensate for low oxygen Show Full Answer

Sleep apnea can contribute to pulmonary hypertension (PH) by causing intermittent hypoxia (low oxygen levels during sleep). This lack of oxygen can lead to changes in blood vessels and increase pressure in the pulmonary arteries. Elevated red blood cell (RBC) levels may occur as the body tries to compensate for low oxygen by producing more RBCs to carry oxygen. Managing sleep apnea, often with CPAP therapy, can help reduce these effects.

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