Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing frequently during sleep. As a result, the body does not get enough oxygen. The sufferer experiences restless, broken and non-restorative sleep. In severe cases, people are awakened hundreds of times during the night . Most people are completely unaware of these sleep interruptions.Sleep Apnea is a potentially life threatening condition that can be easily diagnosed and effectively treated. Untreated, OSA tends to get progressively worse. It is important to discuss this issue with your family doctor. more... See more text