Learn how to reduce the effect of sleep apnea using 3 doctor's by Ebe Heng

the patient realizes any benefits.

Some of the more common procedures include removal of

adenoids and tonsils (especially in children), nasal polyps

or other growths, or other tissue in the airway and

correction of structural deformities. Younger patients seem

to benefit from these surgical procedures more than older

patients.

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) is a procedure used to

remove excess tissue at the back of the throat (tonsils,

uvula, and part of the soft palate). The success of this

technique may range from 30 to 60 percent. The long-term

side effects and benefits are not known, and it is difficult

to predict which patients will do well with this procedure.

Somnoplasty is a procedure that uses radiowaves to reduce

the size of some airway structures such as the uvula and the

back of the tongue. This technique is being investigated as

a treatment for apnea.

3. Non-specific Therapy

Behavioral changes are an important part of the treatment

program, and in mild cases behavioral therapy may be all

that is needed. Overweight persons can benefit from losing

weight. Even a 10 percent weight loss can reduce the number

of apneic events for most patients. Individuals with apnea

should avoid the use of alcohol and sleeping pills, which

make the airway more likely to collapse during sleep and

prolong the apneic periods. In some patients with mild sleep

apnea, breathing pauses occur only when they sleep on their

backs. In such cases, using pillows and other devices that

help them sleep in a side position may be helpful.

These three solutions are information on what can be done to

reduce sleep apnea effect, to better your knowledge in this

area.. To really cure your sleep apnea, you would still

need

to consult a doctor.

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