
I Believe I Have Sleep Apnea And I Know I

I would recommend as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
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I understand your concern and would explain that nasal polyps can worsen snoring and thus sleep apnea.
For this reason, surgical resection of nasal polyps can help improve the situation. So, consulting with an ENT specialist would be the right step to follow.
Although, you should know that this will not solve definitely the problem of sleep apnea.
You should know that sleep apnea can worsen palpitations and also arterial hypertension.
The main treatment for sleep apnea is CPAP device, which can help improve the situation visibly.
I would also recommend performing pulmonary function tests, because obstruction of airways, can worsen sleep apnea too.
Regarding palpitations, I would also recommend checking thyroid hormone levels for possible thyroid gland dysfunction and blood electrolytes for possible imbalances.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Wishing all the best
Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist


I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
I think that removing the polips can help improve your situation ,but it will not cure at 100% sleep apnea as there are many causes underlying sleep apnea.
Anyway, improving your breathing will definitely help improve your situation.
I would also recommend performing the above mentioned tests in order to investigate for other possible causes underlying palpitations and sleep apnea.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need!
Kind regards,
Dr.Iliri

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