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Heavy breathing while sleeping

2025-07-02 05:13:29
When she sleeps..she breathes heavy..she feels no issue..what could be the reason? Like the breathing is audible feels like she's trying but she's okay when i asked..
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Hello, Sleep related breathing disorders is a very big entity. It contains several different disorders resulting from several different medical conditions. There is a need for detailed history taking
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Firstly it would be better to Schedule an online appointment because we need to take a detailed history of issues. You would eventually need to undergo a sleep study( polysomnography).
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Strictly Avoid use of sedatives/ alcohol (if patient is using any)

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same

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What’s are weight Is she obese? Need to rule out OSA( obstructive sleep apnea)

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Could be snoring Rule out sleep apnea

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May be OSA. She needs certain tests. Pl consult.

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need to rule out any oad pathology

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Hello We need to evaluate her thoroughly , and also have detailed history.Also need to rule any obstruction in her nose and treat accordingly .There is something called as Obstructive sleep apnea , in which the patient usually breathes heavy or snores along with ither pertinent synptoms , which if ignored can lead to other complications.So better to get evaluated first
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Online consultation and Thorough Evaluation of upper respiratory tract as well as the lungs

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