Sleep apnea is a common yet serious sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. These pauses can last from a few seconds to minutes and often result in poor sleep quality and daytime fatigue. At DrMasoodAlam.com, we provide comprehensive sleep apnea treatment to help patients regain restful sleep and improve their overall health.
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea occurs when the airway becomes partially or completely blocked during sleep, causing breathing to stop momentarily. The two main types are obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), caused by throat muscles relaxing excessively, and central sleep apnea, which results from the brain failing to send proper signals to muscles controlling breathing.
Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
Common symptoms include loud snoring, choking or gasping during sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. If untreated, sleep apnea can lead to serious complications such as high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Our Approach to Treatment
Our treatment plans are personalized based on the severity of the condition and the patient’s lifestyle. The goal is to ensure uninterrupted breathing and improve sleep quality.
- Lifestyle Changes: Weight loss, avoiding alcohol and sedatives, quitting smoking, and changing sleep positions can significantly reduce symptoms in mild cases.
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP): This is the most common and effective treatment for moderate to severe sleep apnea. A CPAP machine delivers steady air pressure through a mask to keep the airway open.
- Oral Appliances: Custom-fitted devices help reposition the jaw and tongue to maintain an open airway during sleep.
- Surgical Options: For patients who do not respond to conservative treatments, surgery may be recommended to remove or shrink excess tissue blocking the airway.
Why Choose Us?
At DrMasoodAlam.com, we use advanced diagnostic tools to accurately assess your sleep apnea and design a treatment plan tailored just for you. Our compassionate care and ongoing support ensure you achieve better sleep and a healthier life.
