Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a condition in which the airway repeatedly narrows or closes during sleep. Many people live with it for years, blaming tiredness on work or age. A sleep apnea specialist in Prayagraj can assess whether your snoring and sleepiness are part of a treatable condition.
Quick answer: sleep apnoea
- Signs: loud snoring, witnessed breathing pauses, gasping, daytime sleepiness.
- Risk factors: excess weight, thick neck, alcohol at night, nasal blockage, age.
- Diagnosis uses a sleep study.
- Treatment may include CPAP, weight management, positional therapy and other options.
Symptoms of obstructive sleep apnoea
| At night | During the day |
|---|---|
| Loud, frequent snoring | Excessive sleepiness |
| Pauses in breathing noticed by others | Morning headache |
| Waking up gasping or choking | Poor concentration and memory |
| Restless sleep, frequent urination | Irritability or low mood |
Why sleep apnoea matters
Untreated sleep apnoea is associated with daytime sleepiness and accidents, and with conditions such as high blood pressure and heart problems. Recognising and treating it can improve quality of life.
How it is diagnosed
A specialist takes a sleep history, examines the nose and throat area and assesses risk factors. A sleep study — either in a sleep lab or, for selected patients, at home — measures breathing, oxygen levels and sleep during the night.
Treatment options
- CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) for moderate to severe cases
- Weight management where relevant
- Avoiding alcohol and sedatives at night
- Positional therapy if apnoea is worse on the back
- Treating nasal blockage
- Oral appliances or surgery in selected patients
Dr. Rakesh Singh Maurya, Pulmonologist & Critical Care Specialist in Prayagraj, evaluates snoring and suspected sleep apnoea.
Meet Dr. Rakesh Singh Maurya
Dr. Rakesh Singh Maurya is a Pulmonologist & Critical Care Specialist in Prayagraj (Allahabad). He holds MBBS, MD and DM (Pulmonary Critical Care, VPCI Delhi) qualifications and is an Assistant Professor at MLN Medical College, Prayagraj.
He is associated with Kamla Multispeciality Hospital, Tagore Town, Prayagraj, where the hospital lists him among its critical-care specialists. The hospital's critical-care department provides care for serious conditions including respiratory distress or respiratory failure and offers respiratory support such as ventilator, BiPAP and CPAP management.
Clinic / Hospital
Kamla Multispeciality Hospital151/38 Anukul Chandra Banerji Marg, Opposite Banshi Bhavan Guest House
Tagore Town, Prayagraj
Uttar Pradesh – 211002
Hospital phone: 92502 40640
Additional contact: +91 92502 40640
Consultation clinic: 48 JLN Road, George Town, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211011
Frequently asked questions
Who treats sleep apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is commonly evaluated by pulmonologists with an interest in sleep medicine, often working with ENT specialists and others.
Is snoring always sleep apnoea?
No. Many people snore without sleep apnoea. Breathing pauses, gasping and daytime sleepiness make sleep apnoea more likely.
How is sleep apnoea tested?
With a sleep study that records breathing, oxygen and sleep, either in a lab or at home for selected patients.
Is CPAP the only treatment?
CPAP is a common first-line treatment for moderate to severe sleep apnoea, but weight management, positional therapy, oral appliances and other options may be considered.
Can sleep apnoea be dangerous?
Untreated sleep apnoea can cause dangerous sleepiness and is associated with high blood pressure and heart problems.
Can thin people have sleep apnoea?
Yes. Airway shape, jaw structure and other factors can cause sleep apnoea in people of normal weight.
Looking for a sleep apnea specialist in Prayagraj?
If you have persistent cough, recurring wheeze, unexplained breathlessness, repeated chest infections, asthma or COPD concerns, sleep-related breathing problems or another ongoing respiratory symptom, discuss it with a qualified pulmonologist in Prayagraj (Allahabad). Dr. Rakesh Singh Maurya, Pulmonologist & Critical Care Specialist, is associated with Kamla Multispeciality Hospital.
This article is for general educational purposes and does not replace an individual medical consultation. For appointments and current consultation information, contact the hospital or clinic directly.