Sleep apnea traditional treatment

Snoring isn’t something that most people worry about. But if it is loud or accompanied by the likelihood of falling asleep during the day, it may be a sign of sleep apnea, a distressing  disorder in which breathing regularly interrupts for 10-20 seconds during sleep. Sometimes this disorder can prove to be fatal if it is neglected.

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Treatment depends on the severity of the problem. Still, its effectiveness is strongly dependent on regular and open communication with doctor. Here are basic guidelines for effective treatment:

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•  Lifestyle changes or behavioral therapy.  Aimed at minor cases, it implies adjusting habits and lifestyle. For example, one   can significantly slow down the development of sleep apnea by losing weight and the other by quitting smoking or       avoiding   alcohol.

•  Treatment of co-excising disorders. Sleep apnea may result from other medical conditions. If to pay attention to treating     these conditions, it can help.

•  Devices. There are certain devices designed to treat sleep apnea of different severities. For instance, continuous positive   air pressure (CPAP) is aimed at people with moderate and severe  sleep apnea. By delivering pressurized air it helps to   prevent narrowing of airway passages. 

•  Surgeries. These procedures allow to keep airway passage  wide and open. They normally help people with severe sleep   apnea.

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The success of  sleep apnea treatment is fully relies on person’s commitment as it is all about the way of leaving and taking steps towards minimizing the impact of this condition.