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Is surgery a good option for treatment of apnia?

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Not first line: There should be a thorough evaluation to ensure there are not medical issues and not just structural/.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Possibly: You need to be evaluated for upper airway obstruction, and if you have it, then surgery is an option. So too is cpap.

Answered 12/20/2012

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