Other names: apnea, short apnea, respiratory arrest after a certain period of time

Professionally it is called apnea, or short-term apnea. In isolation without other symptoms, it can be seen in the context of a blunt impact to the torso of the affected hard subsoil ( “out of breath”). It is also known to be associated with epilepsy, central nervous system disorders, the internal environment of the body and bedside breathing disorders (ie. Sleep apnea syndrome).

Out of breath it is actually a reflex spasm of the respiratory muscles arising after the collision.Condition is usually within twenty seconds adjust itself. First aid victim sit down, let him rest his hands on the mat and gently massage the possibly his abovebellies. Only when persistent spasm perform several strokes knife-our hand between his shoulder blades affected. If not present other injury condition further requires medical attention.

In the conventional during an epileptic seizure, arrest present after recovery from convulsions after a few seconds completed a deep breath. The epileptic summon an ambulance for children gives the medicine prescribed by the doctor. First Aid see. article about epilepsy.

Disorders of the internal environment of the organism, mainly changes its acidity and ion balance are offset by changes in breathing pattern, which may lead to apnea. Equally, some neurological disorders may present special breathing rhythm, which alternates with deep breathing moments without breathing. Patients with disorders described are likely to be for a number of other previous symptoms hospitalized in a timely manner.

In connection with the previous paragraph, it is appropriate to mention at undergo not breathing momentary hysteria with hyperventilation, rapid or deep breathing.

Called. “Sleep apnea” is a frequently occurring problem. Mostly affects obese men and is repeated momentary bezdeší (up to 100 times per night), resulting reflexively because of disproportionate pressures in the respiratory tract. Related to snoring and is a long-term problem. Although it affected not realize any pause of not breathing it impossible for him to move into the phase of deep sleep, because during the day to fatigue and sleepiness. The problem should not be underestimated, it is advisable to visit a doctor.