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Obesity

As with all medical problems, OSA is often combined with other difficulties such as obesity, with associated back and leg pain, hypertension and perhaps diabetes.

Increased abdominal and neck weight influences breathing. increased shirt size for men is a distinct indicator of this problem.

We measure weight and height together, and compute BMI to obtain a general idea if you are:
    Less than 25 = regular weight
    Between 25 to 30 = overweight
    Greater than 30 =  obesity

If overweight or obese, the chances that you have OSA increase. Also, you can improve your general condition and perhaps some of the apnea by weight reduction.

We can advise the need for weight therapy and can refer you to a caring professional. You may also try the websites of Jenny Craig and eDiets.

 

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