What is another word for apnea?
Pronunciation: [ɐpnˈi͡ə] (IPA) 
Apnea, a condition where breathing stops or becomes shallow, can also be referred to as sleep apnea, breathing pauses, respiratory arrest, suffocative apnea, and cessation of breathing. Sleep apnea is a common form of apnea, which is often accompanied by loud snoring, gasping, or choking sounds while sleeping. Respiratory arrest and suffocative apnea are more serious conditions that require immediate medical attention. Cessation of breathing is another medical term for apnea, which describes a sudden stoppage of breathing that results in a lack of oxygen to the brain and other vital organs. Regardless of the term used, anyone experiencing apnea should seek medical treatment.
