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Cpap Promotion And Prognosis - The Army Sleep Apnea Program
Sleep apnea - obstructive; Apnea - obstructive sleep apnea syndrome; Sleep-disordered breathing; OSA
Treatment
The goal is to keep the airway open so that breathing does not stop during sleep.
The following lifestyle changes may relieve symptoms of sleep apnea in some people:
- Avoiding alcohol or sedatives at bedtime
- Avoiding sleeping on the back
- Losing weight
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is now regarded as the first-line treatment for...
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