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2020-12-31 09:46:40
During my sleep I use to snore very badly...also my mouth become dry...sometimes my oxygen level comes to 95 and I experience palpitations...my triglycerides level is 285...Do I need CPAP treatment for sleep apnea?Also I feel drowsy in daytime
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U need to undergo a sleep study. To see what machine and what pressure ur airway needs
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Hi . I understand your concern s. Needs treatment fr being covid positive. Inform the home you visited as well about your covid positive report. Open a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and treatment prescription

Answered2020-12-31 09:58:56

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You could be suffering from sleep apnoea. You need a complete work up including sleep studies. Consult a pulmonologist in person or on Tele consultation asap

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Hello noted above history As you mentioned above symptoms are needed to consult in details Open personal consult for proper evaluation investigation and treatment

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Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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Hi, you might require CPAP , but your diagnosis has to be confirmed first. You'll need detailed evaluation and a few tests for the same Kindly consult online

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