Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq
Cardiology
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Hello doctor,
I am a 30-year-old male, six feet six inches and around 266 lbs. I think I have had something wrong with my health for a few years. I have been suffering for three years now. Especially with the extreme fatigue in the daytime, and reports of loud, very heavy snoring is present. I get breathless even at rest or after simple activities or exercise, and saliva starts foaming up.I did not take any medicine for the problems, nor am I taking any medications currently.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and understand your concern.
Feeling sad about your past experiences with doctors but do not generalize this. Most likely, the cause of your symptoms is your weight. Being overweight or obese is a cause of obstructive sleep apnea, which causes snoring. This leads to disturbed sleep without awareness and causes excessive daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and raised blood pressure. It is advised to get it assessed formally by having a sleep study done. Treatment is weight reduction, positive pressure ventilation like CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure), and sometimes throat surgery if possible. Try to sleep without a pillow with your neck slightly extended. Try to sleep by your side and not straight. Have regular blood pressure checks and do regular exercise and dietary modifications to lower weight.
I hope I have answered your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards.
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