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Controlling your sleep apnea is a must if you've been diagnosed with the common sleep condition. If you don't manage your symptoms, you may face an increased risk of several serious health conditions. Luckily, your Washington, DC, ENT, Dr. William Bond Jr., offers effective treatment options that will put an end to your nightly breathing pauses.
More than just snoring
Sleep apnea occurs when you stop breathing because your airway collapses or becomes obstructed while you sleep, often triggering loud snoring. Breathing pauses last for at least 10 seconds and can occur up to hundreds of time during the night.
The pauses deprive your body of oxygen, increasing your risk of heart disease, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure and depression. Because you wake up multiple times during the night, it's hard to get a good night's sleep. When you wake up, you may feel exhausted and might feel even sleepier as the day goes on. If you can't keep your eyes open, it can be difficult to excel at work or stay awake on the drive to and from work.
Lack of sleep can lead to irritability, a problem that can affect your relationships at home and at work. Weight gain is another consequence of sleep apnea. When you're constantly tired, it's hard to muster the energy to work out. Unfortunately, obesity only increases your risk of heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure.
How can my Washington ENT help me?
Ear nose and throat doctors offer several treatments aimed at stopping breathing pauses. If breathing pauses occur due to obstructions, such as excess throat tissue or enlarged adenoids or tonsils, your ENT may recommend procedures to remove the excess tissue, adenoids or tonsils.
If a deviated septum is responsible for your sleep apnea, you may benefit from surgery to re-position your septum. Other minor procedures can also be helpful, depending on the cause of your symptoms.
Many people who have sleep apnea benefit from using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine at night. A mask worn over your face delivers a steady stream of air that keeps your airway open. Oral appliances offer another treatment option. The devices fit over your teeth and prevent your tongue from falling against your airway.
Improve your health and your sleep apnea symptoms with a visit to your Washington, DC, ENT, Dr. William Bond Jr. Call him at (202) 726-7770 to schedule an appointment.
