Sleep Apnea

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Treatment


Several treatment options exist for dealing with OSA. These include weight reduction, positional therapy, positive pressure therapy, surgical options, and oral appliances.


Weight gain is a significant risk factor for the development of OSA. While sleep apnea usually can be corrected by weight loss, other factors involved in the pathophysiology of OSA, such as anatomic abnormalities, may cause the condition to persist. However, the vast majority of OSA cases can be improved...Read the full article