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My dad snores really bad. what to do?

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Dr. Michael Summers answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Could be osa: Could be sleep apnea. He should see his doctor and they can order a sleep study if they feel it is indicated.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/24/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Snoring: The reason for the snoring needs to be determined before a fix can be identified. Sometimes a sleep study is needed for this reason.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/25/2015

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