DNS causes sleep apnea myth or fact???

2022-11-27 07:36:20
Hey doctors, there are lot of misinformation on internet. That DNS causes sleep apnea or not. Please clarify it.
366 Views
Severe deviation of septum like s shaped or c shaped along with increase in size of the structure called turbinates,will lead to snoring and sleep disturbances

Answered2022-11-27 11:16:20

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+186
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Any type of physical obstruction causes sleep apnoea
Next Steps
It's real

Answered2022-11-29 04:33:35

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Gross DNS is merely one and most obvious types of the upper airway obstruction that contributes to Sleep Apnoea. However only a Polysomnography along with a Dynamic Sleep MRI or a Drug induced Sleep Endoscopy(DISE) will give a Surgeon trained to manage Sleep Disordered Breathing, to customise the exact surgical solution for each individual patient.
Next Steps
Many inexperienced Surgeons make the mistake of posting patient for Septoplasty before doing a proper clinical and Radiological evaluation, and unfortunately another underlying comorbidity may be missed! Patient continues to have symptoms of Sleep Apnea after the surgery and the Surgeon is none the wiser as the patient loses faith in him and moves on to a new Surgeon!

Answered2022-11-28 12:36:49

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

It scan cause depending upon the degree or severity of dns
Next Steps
Clinical examination

Answered2022-11-28 06:49:46

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

DNS is an well known cause of obstructive sleep apnea. Internet cannot provide you authentic information. Plz avoid refering

Answered2022-11-27 16:47:28

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Depends on the amount of DNS. SEVERE DEVIATION OF NASAL SEPTUM can cause or aggravate sleep apnea.

Answered2022-11-27 08:52:16

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.