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Yes, sleep apnea can lead to severe dry mouth, often due to increased mouth breathing during sleep. When individuals with sleep apnea breathe through their mouths instead of their noses, it can result in reduced saliva production and dryness. Additionally, some treatments for sleep apnea, such as the use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines, can also contribute to dry mouth symptoms.
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Can heart disease cause sleep apnea?
I had nine vessel CABG in 2002 and also have severe coronary artery disease. Could this have caused my moderately severe sleep apnea? I never had any problems sleeping before my surgery.
Does sleep apnea cause snoring?
Yes, sleep apnea cause snoring. From a light sleep to a deep sleep, the muscles in the roof of your mouth, tongue and throat relax. The tissues in your throat can relax enough and block your airway create a vibrate sound which is called snoring. asonor.com
Can sleep apnea cause enlarged heart?
Sleep apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder whereby the pharynx closes causing the patient to gasp or even stop breathing in their sleep. Yes, obstructive sleep apnea can cause an enlarged and thickened heart.
Can sleep apnea cause seizures?
There are quite a few things that can cause seizures, but sleep apnea is not a direct cause. Sleep Apnea, however, can cause certain other conditions, so if you suffer from this you should take care of it.
How does sleep apnea cause ED?
It doesn't. I have sleep apnea, and no problems with any other bedtime activities.
What steps are taken in the treatment of Sleep Apnea?
The first step in treating Sleep Apnea is finding out the cause. For most people the cause is being overweight and losing that weight would be the first step in treating Sleep Apnea.
Should someone with sleep apnea take seroquel?
I have sleep apnea and I am taking seraquil. Does this cause me to have shallow breathing?
Can sleep apnea cause fatalities?
Yes
Does sleep apnea cause dizziness?
yes
What type of sleep apnea is treated with mechanical ventilators?
For moderate to severe sleep apnea, the most successful treatment is nighttime use of a ventilator, called a CPAP machine. used to treat both obstructive and central sleep apnea.
Is foaming at the mouth a symptom of sleep apnea?
No. If you are foaming, see your doctor.
What are ways you can die in your sleep?
Having a heart attack or stroke in your sleep. Severe sleep apnea could kill you if you stopped breathing.
