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Snoring is a common problem that affects up to 40% of adult males and 20% of adult females. It can disrupt sleep of the person or his/her bed-partner. Although snoring is a nuisance, it may be a sign of a more serious medical condition - obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea refers to breathing that stops repeatedly during sleep, leading to sleep fragmentation and a drop in blood oxygen saturation.
Patients with obstructive sleep apnea may suffer from daytime dysfunction and even cardiovascular problems. A sleep-study is often required to make the distinction between habitual snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are frequently not treated because the person fails to mention the problem at the time of a medical visit. Additionally, most people with these disorders underestimate the severity of their daytime sleepiness and fatigue.
Various methods are available to treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. These include both surgical and non-surgical treatments. Several recent advances in the treatment of snoring include minimally invasive outpatient procedures performed under local anesthesia and with little postoperative pain. They aim at resolving the snoring while avoiding complex surgery, therefore minimizing the impact on speech and swallowing.
Adult patients who may benefit from a sleep apnea/snoring evaluation:
Dr. Busaba’s appointments: 617-573-3558
Dr. Holbrook’s appointments: 617-573-3209
Dr. Salman’s appointments: 617-573-4104
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