OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNOEA (OSA), Snoring Treatment in Delhi

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea is a disease in which the patient’s breathing stops repeatedly while sleeping at night. Usually, OSA patients are heavy snorers whose partner observes that they stop breathing at night (the snoring stops) and seem to be in distress while asleep.

Why is it important to get diagnosed?
Due to the multiple breaks in the sleep pattern, the patients do not feel refreshed in the morning on waking up, feel sleepy and tired in the daytime and fall asleep easily if someone else is driving the car. OSA is known to contribute to high blood pressure, puts a strain on the heart, and is suspected to have a role in brain strokes and heart attacks that take place at night while sleeping.

Investigations required Diagnosis is confirmed and the severity is quantified by a test called the sleep study. This test can be carried out overnight in a hospital or even at the patient’s home. The report includes details of the sleep pattern of the person along with various parameters such as blood oxygen levels, heart rate etc. The depth of sleep is also recorded, as this is vital. Break in the depth of sleep is responsible for the poor quality of sleep and the daytime feeling of sleepiness.

A second part of the study also looks at the beneficial effect of the use of a high air pressure device called a CPAP, which is a mask tightly worn by the person while sleeping. This improves the quantity of air reaching the lungs and in turn, the quality of sleep.

Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea is lifestyle modification to include weight loss by a combination of diet control and exercise. This helps patients to some extent. It is often difficult for any person to lose the 10-20 kgs or even more required depending on how much they are overweight for their height. This also does not work in patients who are slim or not overweight.

Surgical treatment is also a good option as many obstructive pathologies can be corrected. This usually leads to a good improvement in snoring as well as some improvement in sleep apnoea. The patient should have a discussion with the surgeon regarding the expected benefits.

The surgeries may include Nasal Septoplasty, Coblation assisted Inferior Turbinate Reduction, Palatoplasty, Pharyngoplasty, Tonsillectomy or Base of Tongue Reduction.

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These surgical options can be highly effective in reducing snoring and improving sleep quality for those with OSA. However, it's important to work with a qualified medical professional who can accurately diagnose the condition and determine the best course of treatment.

If you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms of OSA, having sleep disorde, then don't hesitate to seek help. Contact our specialized clinic in Delhi today to learn more about your options for snoring treatment and improving your overall health and wellbeing.

If you're suffering from sleep apnea, it's important to seek the help of a qualified sleep apnea doctor. Dr Shalabh specializes in diagnosing and treating sleep-related breathing disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea. He can provides a range of treatment options, including recommendations for lifestyle changes, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, and surgical interventions if necessary.

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