Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated episodes of complete or partial blockage of the upper airway during sleep. This results in oxygen desaturations, loud snoring, and frequent arousals from sleep. OSA has been linked to serious health consequences including daytime sleepiness, cognitive dysfunction, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic disorders. Being … Read more
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated collapse of the upper airway during sleep, resulting in reduced or complete cessation of breathing. Left untreated, OSA increases the risk of serious health conditions like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and high blood pressure. The preferred first-line treatment is continuous positive airway pressure … Read more
are often no GERD symptoms present. The key is recognizing the upper throat signs like hoarse voice, coughing, throat clearing and swelling. An endoscopy can check for inflammation of the larynx and esophagus. A pH study monitors acid levels in the throat and esophagus. OSA is diagnosed through an overnight sleep study, where sensors track … Read more