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  • 50 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've been diagnosed with sleep apnea but I'm not keen on using a CPAP machine or surgery. Are there other ways to treat it naturally or with lifestyle changes? What options have worked for others?

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Yes, besides CPAP and surgery, various lifestyle changes and alternative therapies can help manage sleep apnea. Many people find success with losing weight, practicing positional therapy (sleeping on their side), and using oral appliances.

Dr. Kamran Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 14/08/2025

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