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I have just been diagnosed with severe central sleep apnea - idiopathic. is this likely to lead to sudden death or will treatment options markedly i'?
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Answered 11/23/2012
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No: Sudden death usually will happen with infants. Sleep apnea can be treated with increased o2 by using a CPAP or an oral appliance. You will be fine.
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