Sleep-related breathing disorders include primary snoring, upper airway resistance syndrome, obstructive sleep apnea, and central sleep apnea. Disordered respiration during sleep occurs when the sleep cycle is interrupted primarily by the airway being blocked or collapsing.
Factors such as anatomical abnormalities (nasal polyps, deviated septum, or large tonsils), functional abnormalities (allergy or sickness), medication, age, obesity, sleep position, and others contribute to sleep breathing disorders.
If any of these apply to you, you should determine whether airway issues are involved.
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