{"id":765,"date":"2022-08-05T02:48:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-05T02:48:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/blog\/?p=765"},"modified":"2022-09-27T02:54:46","modified_gmt":"2022-09-27T02:54:46","slug":"does-sleep-apnea-ever-go-away","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/05\/does-sleep-apnea-ever-go-away\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Sleep Apnea Ever Go Away on Its Own?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/woman-sleeping3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman struggling to get a good night\u2019s rest because of sleep apnea\" class=\"wp-image-766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/woman-sleeping3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/woman-sleeping3.jpg 416w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most common types of sleep apnea and is characterized by blockage in your airway while you\u2019re asleep. When it happens, your body is forced to wake up and normalize your breathing pattern, causing you to miss out on much-needed sleep! That said, this condition is quite serious and can lead to some severe health complications if left untreated. But does it ever simply go away on its own? Here\u2019s more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/sleep-apnea-therapy.html\">sleep apnea<\/a> and what can cause the condition, whether or not it can go away on its own, and what you can do to improve your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sleep apnea can be caused by a variety of things, as there are many different factors that can influence the airway. It\u2019s also often associated with chronic snoring! Some known possible causes include but aren\u2019t limited to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Weight gain (excess fat around the neck or chest cavity).<\/li><li>Underlying anatomy such as big tonsils or a large tongue.<\/li><li>Sleeping on your back.<\/li><li>Excessive alcohol consumption.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Sleep Apnea Go Away on Its Own?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put, no\u2014sleep apnea is not something that will clear up on its own. Even though the symptoms of sleep apnea can usually be treated, with the help of oral appliances or CPAP machines, sleep apnea itself is a chronic condition that cannot be cured entirely. Rather, it comes down to managing the symptoms and making lifestyle changes to lessen its effect on you. Human anatomy tends to remain fixed, especially after the teenage years. However, sleep apnea in children can sometimes be successfully cured if addressed early on, through means such as tonsil extraction or orthodontic therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can I Do to Improve My Sleep Apnea Symptoms?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are fortunately many things you can do to reduce the severity, or even the mere presence, of your sleep apnea symptoms. Consider the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Seek treatment for your sleep apnea<\/strong> \u2013 If you\u2019re able to receive a diagnosis from a sleep doctor, you can receive sleep apnea therapy that will help manage your symptoms and increase the quality of your rest.<\/li><li><strong>Manage your weight<\/strong> \u2013 Try to maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly and eating a healthy, vitamin-rich diet. Also avoid foods with excess amounts of sugar and drink plenty of water.<\/li><li><strong>Establish a bedtime routine<\/strong> \u2013 Try to limit the number of distractions that occur around bedtime, and make sure your bedroom is a comfortable temperature and darkness.<\/li><li><strong>Seek treatment for your allergies<\/strong> \u2013 If seasonal allergies are causing your sleep disruption, some over-the-counter allergy medicines can be used. You should also try to limit the amount of pet dandruff in your bedroom, if applicable\u2014your furry friends can also trigger your allergies!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your sleep apnea won\u2019t simply go away on its own; but that doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re helpless against it! Seeking treatment is the only way to manage your symptoms and protect yourself from the consequences of the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh is proud to serve patients and families in the area under the leadership of three skilled specialists: Dr. Dan Rairigh, Dr. Joshua Culver, and Dr. Jacqueline Sumzin. If you have any questions about sleep apnea or would like to arrange a visit, you can contact the practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pittsburghissmiling.com\/contact.html\">online<\/a> or over the phone: (412) 854-2310.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most common types of sleep apnea and is characterized by blockage in your airway while you\u2019re asleep. When it happens, your body is forced to wake up and normalize your breathing pattern, causing you to miss out on much-needed sleep! 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