Do you scroll through social media, check emails, or watch videos on your phone before bed? While it may feel like a harmless habit, using your cell phone at night can significantly interfere with your sleep quality—especially if you already struggle with sleep apnea.

You may already be aware of sleep apnea in how it causes you to stop breathing multiple times throughout the night, or how loud snoring is often associated with it. But it can be a bigger problem than you originally thought! Keep reading to learn four facts about sleep apnea that may surprise you and show you why it’s important to keep an eye out for its signs.