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  • 46 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I'm a heavy snorer at 46 years old, 5'10 and 89 kgs. I've been using a CPAP machine but find it uncomfortable. Different ENTs have given me mixed advice some recommend surgery while others say I should lose weight. Is there a permanent solution for snoring that actually works?

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Snoring with CPAP intolerance can be treated with UPPP or weight loss—ENT evaluation with sleep study is key.

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