A Closer Look at Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment

Getting a good night’s sleep is important for everyone. However, many people suffer from a medical condition that makes this challenging. Obstructive sleep apnea can make regular, healthy sleep feel almost impossible. If you’ve been having persistent sleep troubles, we encourage you to read up on this condition and see if you think it might be what you have. At Orlando Center for Metabolic & Obesity Sugery, we offer sleep apnea treatment options. 

Obstructive sleep apnea is a relaxation of the throat muscles. This relaxation can frequently obstruct the airflow and stop a person’s breathing. The brain then triggers a response, prompting an abrupt gasp for air and the resumption of breathing. This may continue in a constant cycle. The relaxation of the muscles can be caused by various different factors, such as obesity or anatomical abnormalities. Some of the signs of sleep apnea include snoring, high blood pressure, mood changes, awakening with gasping or choking, and daytime sleepiness. At the Orlando Center for Metabolic & Obesity Surgery, we can run tests to see if your symptoms are in line with this particular sleep apnea; if diagnosed, you can sit down with our medical professionals to help put together an ideal course of action for your specific case.

The best sleep apnea treatment includes a multi-pronged approach. Mild sleep apnea can be controlled by losing weight (if you are overweight), exercising, quitting smoking, not sleeping on your back and only drinking moderately. If you are diagnosed with moderate to severe sleep apnea, you may require more proactive measures. The most common form of therapy is called continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). This is a mask that the patient wears either over their nose or over their mouth and nose. The device sends air through the throat to keep the airway open.

Obstructive sleep apnea is a debilitating condition that can feel it’s running your life. If you carefully follow professionally-given instructions, you can greatly improve your health and the amount of good sleep you get each evening. Contact the Orlando Center for Metabolic & Obesity Surgery today to schedule a consultation! Our office is conveniently located in Maitland, FL.