Is Sleep Apnea Genetic?

Your genes play a huge role in your personality, your appearance, and your health. Conditions like heart problems, diabetes, and even cancer all have genetic risk factors. But what about sleep apnea? If someone in your family struggles with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), does that mean you may also be vulnerable to this condition? It might. This blog post discusses how your genetic makeup could influence the quality of your sleep.