Sleep Apnoea Treatment at CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Malad
Sleep apnoea causes breathing to pause and restart repeatedly during the night, often without the sleeper knowing. Each pause briefly wakes the body, which is why a full night in bed can still leave someone exhausted. CritiCare Asia Hospitals, an ENT hospital in Mumbai, treats sleep apnoea as a condition that affects the whole household, since it is usually a spouse or a parent who first hears the pauses. The strain shows up slowly, in tiredness, irritability and rising blood pressure. Patients and their families can find sleep apnoea treatment in Malad, Mumbai, with a plan that fits everyday routines.
Symptoms and Signs of Sleep Apnoea
Loud snoring is the best-known sign, though other changes tend to appear alongside it.
- Breathing that stops for a few seconds, which a family member may notice
- Gasping or choking sounds during sleep
- Heavy sleepiness in the daytime despite enough hours in bed
- Headaches in the morning, trouble concentrating and a short temper
- Waking with a dry mouth or sore throat
Many people dismiss these as ordinary tiredness until someone at home points them out. Meeting sleep apnoea specialists in Malad, Mumbai is a sensible next step at that point.
Getting a Diagnosis
A sleep study, or polysomnography, is the standard way to confirm sleep apnoea. Overnight, it tracks breathing, oxygen levels and sleep stages, and shows how severe the problem is. It can be done in a sleep lab or, for some patients, with a device used at home. Alongside the sleep apnoea test, an ENT examination checks for blocked airways caused by tonsils, the nasal septum or the throat's structure. When the results are ready, the doctor explains them to the patient and, if the patient wishes, to family members too, since they will often be part of the care at home. Families can consult sleep apnoea doctors in Mumbai at the hospital to talk through the findings.
What Sleep Apnoea Does If Left Untreated
Repeated drops in oxygen strain the heart and blood vessels. Untreated obstructive sleep apnoea is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Drowsiness can also make daily tasks unsafe, especially driving. Mood, memory and family life can all suffer, so acting early matters.
Types of Sleep Apnoea
- Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)
the more common form, caused by throat muscles that relax and narrow the airway - Central sleep apnoea
a rarer form in which the brain does not send steady signals to the muscles that control breathing
Causes and Risk Factors
Extra weight, particularly around the neck, is a major cause of obstructive sleep apnoea. Enlarged tonsils, a narrow airway and jaw structure can add to the risk. It becomes more common with age and is seen more in men, although women can be affected and are sometimes diagnosed later. Alcohol and smoking make the airway muscles looser. Central sleep apnoea is more often connected to heart or neurological conditions.
Treatment Options for Sleep Apnoea
The right treatment depends on severity and cause. For mild cases, weight loss, less alcohol and sleeping on one's side can make a real difference. Moderate and severe cases are usually treated with CPAP, in which a mask delivers a gentle, steady airflow through the night. Surgery is kept for cases with a clear structural blockage where CPAP is not tolerated or does not help. Because CPAP needs regular fitting and review, follow-up visits are part of the plan.
Sleep Apnoea Treatment at CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Malad
At CritiCare Asia Hospitals, the ENT team follows sleep apnoea over time rather than treating it as a single visit. Diagnosis is confirmed through history, examination, and a sleep study, and the plan is reviewed as the patient's sleep and health change. Involving family in that process helps treatment continue at home. If a family member has noticed pauses in your breathing at night, speak to the best sleep specialists in Mumbai at CritiCare Asia Hospitals for further assistance.