Getting regular care and screenings can help your doctor catch and treat issues while they’re in their earliest stages, reports the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

If you’re a man over 40, you’re at an increased risk of developing sleep apnea, especially if you’re overweight. Other risk factors include having a neck size of 17 inches or greater, a family history of sleep apnea, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and nasal obstruction due to allergies or sinus issues.