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Surgical Treatments for Sleep Apnea

What Is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a sleep issue that may lead to severe complications. It occurs when breathing stop frequently during sleep. Scientists have found that this condition is associated with the relaxations of the throat’s muscles. If you stop breathing, the body may wake up, thus affecting the overall quality of your sleep. In the long term, sleep apnea may increase the risk of many health issues, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. That’s why it is important to get medical attention as soon as possible. In the next sections, we’ll learn more about surgical treatments for sleep apnea.  [1]