Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder in which the airway closes partially or totally in a repeated manner while the person sleeps, interrupting breathing for moments.
Frequent signs:
- Intense snoring and pauses in breathing while sleeping
- Sleepiness or tiredness during the day
- Waking up with a sensation of shortness of breath
Common causes: It is usually related to the relaxation of the throat muscles and to anatomical factors of the airways.
Which specialist treats it? The pulmonologist and the otolaryngologist are common references for its study; whoever notices these symptoms would do well to seek the opinion of a professional for a timely evaluation.
Data on 2,960 doctors who treat obstructive sleep apnea
Which specialist treats obstructive sleep apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea is evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist), who identifies the airway obstruction. A plastic surgeon can help if a structural correction is needed. See these specialists if you snore loudly or have pauses in breathing while sleeping.
Related symptoms
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in obstructive sleep apnea
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jessica Avalos Nigoche
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Frequently asked questions
What is obstructive sleep apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder in which the airway closes partially or totally in a repeated manner while the person sleeps, interrupting breathing for moments.
Which doctor treats obstructive sleep apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea is evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist), who identifies the airway obstruction. A plastic surgeon can help if a structural correction is needed. See these specialists if you snore loudly or have pauses in breathing while sleeping.