Verified By Apollo Ent Specialist September 6, 2023
Verified by Dr. Harshad Nikte, Consultant ENT, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai and Dr. Rohan Aurangabadwalla, Consultant Pulmonology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai.
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes you to stop breathing repeatedly during sleep. This can happen hundreds of times a night. When you stop breathing, your brain briefly wakes you up so that you can start breathing again. This can disrupt your sleep and make you feel tired during the day.
There are two main types of sleep apnea:
Sleep apnea can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
The symptoms of sleep apnea can vary, but they may include:
If you think you may have sleep apnea, it is important to see a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
There are a variety of treatments available for sleep apnea, including:
If you are diagnosed with sleep apnea, it is important to follow your doctor’s treatment plan. Treatment for sleep apnea can help to improve your sleep quality and reduce your risk of health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Here are some lifestyle changes that can help to improve sleep apnea:
Consult our experts, Dr. Harshad Nikte, Consultant ENT, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai and Dr. Rohan Aurangabadwalla, Consultant Pulmonology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai for sleep apnea and all problems related to the ear, nose and throat.
Call 022 6280 6280 for an appointment.
The content is medically reviewed and verified by experienced and skilled ENT (Ear Nose Throat) Specialists for clinical accuracy.