Rapid inhalation and exhalation during s

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My fathers age is 82 years. He is take rapid inhalation and exhalation through mouth during sleep. What is the reason?

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Dr. Sivaraj Karri

Pulmonologist 10 yrs exp Kakinada

Can be obstructive sleep apnea

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consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation

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Dr. Vivek Gautam

Pulmonologist 11 yrs exp Greater Noida

check his saturation at room air? also explain his history in detail

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist 46 yrs exp Hyderabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist 46 yrs exp Hyderabad

Pl do sleep study. Pl consult pulmonologist for further evaluation and treatment.

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