Loud Snoring May Signal Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Warns Chest Specialist Dr. Md. Mukarram Ali
Loud snoring may be a warning sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), says consultant pulmonologist Dr. Md. Mukarram Ali. Learn about symptoms, health risks, sleep study (Polysomnography), and CPAP treatment.
Hyderabad: Loud snoring should not always be dismissed as a sign of deep sleep, as it may indicate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a potentially serious sleep disorder linked to obesity and interrupted breathing during sleep, consultant pulmonologist Dr. Md. Mukarram Ali said during Munsif News 24×7’s Sehat Ki Baat programme. He advised people with symptoms of OSA to undergo a sleep study (Polysomnography), adding that treatment depends on the severity of the condition.
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Loud Snoring Could Be a Sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Speaking during Munsif News 24×7’s Sehat Ki Baat programme, consultant pulmonologist Dr. Md. Mukarram Ali said loud snoring should not be ignored, as it may be a symptom of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) rather than simply deep sleep.
According to Dr. Ali, OSA is a potentially serious sleep disorder associated with obesity and repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep.
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Interrupted Breathing Can Lead to Serious Health Problems
Dr. Ali explained that repeated pauses in breathing during sleep reduce the oxygen supply to vital organs.
He said this increases the long-term risk of:
- Hypertension
- Heart disease
- Right heart failure
- Daytime fatigue
- Headaches
- Poor concentration
- Road accidents caused by excessive daytime sleepiness
Who Should Undergo a Sleep Study?
Dr. Md. Mukarram Ali advised that people experiencing the following symptoms should undergo a sleep study (Polysomnography):
- Loud snoring
- Repeated nighttime awakenings
- Morning headaches
- Daytime drowsiness
- Unexplained weight gain
He said timely diagnosis can help identify the severity of the disorder and guide appropriate treatment.
Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
According to Dr. Ali, treatment depends on the severity of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
Recommended treatment options include:
- Lifestyle modification
- Weight reduction
- CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy
He said these measures can significantly improve sleep quality and overall health.
Consultant pulmonologist Dr. Md. Mukarram Ali has cautioned that loud snoring may be a sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and should not be ignored. He advised people with symptoms such as loud snoring, repeated nighttime awakenings, morning headaches, daytime drowsiness, and unexplained weight gain to undergo a sleep study (Polysomnography). Depending on the severity, lifestyle changes, weight reduction, and CPAP therapy can help improve sleep quality and overall health.
