While sleep apnea can affect anyone, including women and children, there are certain characteristics that put you at higher risk. These include -

Overweight. Obesity greatly increases your risk for sleep apnea as the extra fat around the neck may obstruct your breathing.

Gender. Men are 2-3 times more likely to have OSA than women. However, the risk factor for women increases significantly after menopause.

Age. Sleep apnea occurs significantly more in older adults.

Genetics. Those with narrower airways are at higher risk for OSA.

Family history. Having family members with OSA might increase your risk.

Smoking. Smoking increases inflammation and fluid retention in the upper airway, making smokers 3 times more likely to have OSA than non-smokers.

Use of alcohol, sedatives, or tranquilizers. These relax the muscles in your throat, which can worse OSA.

Nasal congestion. If you have trouble breathing through your nose, even if it is due to allergies, you are at a higher risk to develop OSA.

Hypertension or High Blood Pressure. Obstructive Sleep Apnea and high blood pressure or hypertension have been linked through a number of studies. Additionally, sleep apnea is more common in people who suffer from hypertension.

Diabetes. People with diabetes are more prone to suffer from obstructive sleep apnea.

Asthma. It been found that those who are suffering from asthma, have a higher risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea.

Sources - https://www.sleepcareonline.com/obstructive-sleep-apnea-signs-symptoms/?gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwj5mpBhDJARIsAOVjBdpZumi0dxQAUA1AKuh9fcQ6bTsXjGgytIVdV8CL9SZBNtPu-q3D_EsaAqKsEALw_wcB