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A member asked:
Which is worse: obstructive sleep apnea or central sleep apnea?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Both: Both are serious conditions, manageable with treatment, and serious if neglected. The severity varies in every particular case, the classification is not intended to determine which one is milder, they just have different ways to treat them. In general, treatment compliance is an important factor that affects treatment outcomes of both.
Answered 8/2/2020
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Sleep apnea: Central sleep apnea is worse and harder to treat.
Answered 12/11/2016
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Opinion: I guess it depends on your opinion. They both have consequences downstream if they remain untreated. If you are concerned you may have sleep apnea, I would recommend evaluation.
Answered 12/11/2016
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Depends: Depends on the case. Many believe central is worse because the treatment options are limited.
Answered 1/23/2019
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