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What is the probablity of a person with sleep apnea dying due to lack of oxygen?
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Remote: But it can aggravate other medical issues that may exist and they may cause a problem.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Sleep apnea: The greater the sleep apnea ( classifications from mild to severe) the greater the chance of dying of " natural causes " in your sleep. Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition and should be actively treated.
Answered 10/4/2016
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