Sleep Apnea Articles A-Z
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Tracheostomy and tonsil/adenoid removal are different types of sleep apnea surgery. This eMedTV resource describes the possible types of surgery for sleep apnea; the type of surgery recommended will depend on the cause of the patient's sleep apnea.
Typically, symptoms of sleep apnea include snoring loudly at night and being tired during the day. This eMedTV segment describes several other signs and symptoms of this condition. This page also provides information on the effects of sleep apnea.
As this eMedTV article explains, sleep apnea treatment can include options such as lifestyle changes and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). This article lists the different types of sleep apnea treatment and explains how each one works.
Behavioral changes and continuous positive airway pressure therapy are common sleep apnea treatments. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed list of treatments for sleep apnea and discusses the risks of leaving the condition untreated.


