Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
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Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is a condition in which excess weight makes proper breathing difficult, so that the body does not eliminate carbon dioxide well, especially during sleep. It is usually related to nighttime breathing problems.
How it can show up: Daytime sleepiness, fatigue, headache upon waking, loud snoring, and a feeling of shortness of breath, which affect rest and energy.
When to seek care? An evaluation is advisable with persistent daytime sleepiness, significant snoring, or breathing pauses during sleep.
Which specialists treat it? The pulmonologist evaluates respiratory function and the management of this syndrome, while the clinical nutritionist supports weight care as an integral part of the approach. If you recognize these symptoms, taking the step of discussing them with these professionals helps improve your rest and well-being.
Data on 73 doctors who treat obesity hypoventilation syndrome
Which specialist treats obesity hypoventilation syndrome?
Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is diagnosed and monitored by a pulmonologist, who evaluates respiratory function. You can find pulmonologists available for your case.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in obesity hypoventilation syndrome
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Dr. Daniel Ivan Aquino
Frequently asked questions
What is obesity hypoventilation syndrome?
Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is a condition in which excess weight makes proper breathing difficult, so that the body does not eliminate carbon dioxide well, especially during sleep. It is usually related to nighttime breathing problems.
Which doctor treats obesity hypoventilation syndrome?
Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is diagnosed and monitored by a pulmonologist, who evaluates respiratory function. You can find pulmonologists available for your case.