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Is there anyway to successfully eliminate obstructive sleep apnea?

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Yes: There is a permanent fix, but it is not usually recommended, since it includes creating a hole in the neck.

Answered 8/21/2012

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4 ways: First, if you are obese, lose weight. This will help but not probably not eliminate it. Second, get a sleep study, and if already diagnosed, use a CPAP machine per your md's instructions. If that fails, third, see a dentist trained in making oral appliances for apena. Fourth, you can discuss surgical options with your md, to see if they would be appropriate for you. Good luck!

Answered 6/10/2014

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YES: Dieting and losing weight help tremendously. Have a sleep study to determine how severe it is. Oral appliances are now becoming the golden standard to control sleep apnea in mild to moderate cases or lower the risks in severe cases where patients refuse or are non-compliant with their cpap. Speak with your pulmonologist for the best solution.

Answered 11/25/2014

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