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I am overweight, recently am diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea. I smoke and I drink. I smoke about 12-15 cig a day. Please tell me how dangerous is this ?
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Very dangerous. Reduce your weight and stop smoking. Reduce alcohol intake.
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