Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) — Symptoms and Treatment
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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is defined as episodic apnea, or cessation of breathing, during sleep, in which the period of apnea should last for more than 10 seconds. It is usually due to partial or complete collapse of the upper airway and is associated with snoring, restlessness, daytime headache and somnolence. The diagnosis relies on history and requires polysomnography for confirmation. Several medical as well as surgical treatment modalities are currently recommended and essential to prevent complications.
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