- male
- 35 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been dealing with mouth breathing and waking up with a dry mouth around 4am, which sometimes leaves my throat sore. Could this be sleep apnea? It started about 5 months ago, around the same time I gained 5kg. An ENT recommended nose surgery and a CT scan, but I'm not sure if surgery is really necessary or if it's just a breathing issue
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Yes, waking up with a dry mouth, sore throat, and mouth breathing could indicate sleep apnea, especially given the weight gain and timing of the symptoms. The ENT's recommendation for nose surgery and a CT scan is a normal step in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea, but surgery isn't always the first or only option
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