Sleep Apnoea Care in Gachibowli, Hyderabad
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is when the throat repeatedly closes during sleep, stopping breathing for short spells. It causes loud snoring, choking at night and daytime sleepiness, and raises the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and road accidents. It is confirmed with a sleep study and treated with a CPAP machine, weight loss and sleep position changes.
Your sleep apnoea pathway
Symptom screening
Snoring, observed pauses in breathing, daytime sleepiness, neck size, weight and blood pressure.
Sleep study
An overnight study at home or in a sleep lab, arranged through partner facilities.
Treatment
CPAP for moderate to severe OSA; weight loss, position changes and avoiding alcohol for everyone.
Treat linked conditions
Blood pressure, blood sugar and weight are managed together.
Follow-up
CPAP use and sleepiness are reviewed; referral to a sleep or ENT specialist when needed.
Symptoms
- Loud, regular snoring
- Pauses in breathing, choking or gasping noticed by a partner
- Daytime sleepiness, dozing while reading, watching TV or driving
- Morning headaches and a dry mouth
- Waking often to pass urine at night
- Poor concentration and irritability
Causes & risk factors
- Excess weight and a thick neck
- Male sex and older age
- Alcohol and sedative medicines before sleep
- Large tonsils or a small jaw
- Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and PCOS
- Smoking
Why sleep apnoea matters
Untreated OSA strains the heart and metabolism and affects safety.
- It raises blood pressure, sometimes making it hard to control
- It worsens blood sugar control and is common in type 2 diabetes
- It increases the risk of heart rhythm problems, heart attack and stroke
- Daytime sleepiness raises the risk of road and work accidents
Don't drive when sleepy
- If you feel sleepy while driving, stop and rest, and avoid driving until sleep apnoea is treated.
Treatment options
Treatment depends on severity and what suits you.
| Treatment | Who it helps |
|---|---|
| CPAP machine (a mask that keeps the airway open) | Moderate to severe OSA; the most effective treatment |
| Weight loss, including with medicines for some | Anyone with excess weight; can reduce severity a lot |
| Sleeping on your side, avoiding alcohol and sedatives at night | Everyone, especially milder OSA |
| Mouth devices or surgery | Selected people, through a dentist or ENT specialist |
How it’s diagnosed
Symptoms, a partner's account, neck size, weight and blood pressure are reviewed with a screening questionnaire. The diagnosis is confirmed with an overnight sleep study, at home or in a sleep lab, arranged through partner facilities.
How it’s treated
CPAP is arranged for moderate to severe OSA, with support to get used to it. Weight loss, side sleeping and avoiding alcohol and sedatives help everyone. Blood pressure and blood sugar are treated alongside, and people needing mouth devices or surgery are referred.
When to seek care
- Falling asleep while driving or at work
- Choking or gasping episodes at night
- Blood pressure that stays high despite medicines
- Morning headaches with severe daytime sleepiness
FAQ
Is snoring always sleep apnoea?
No. Many people snore without apnoea. Loud snoring with pauses in breathing or daytime sleepiness suggests OSA and is worth testing.
Can I do the sleep study at home?
Often, yes. Home sleep apnoea tests suit many adults; a sleep lab study is used when the picture is more complex.
Will losing weight cure sleep apnoea?
Weight loss often reduces severity a lot, and some people no longer need CPAP, but it depends on the person.
Does sleep apnoea affect diabetes?
Yes. It worsens blood sugar and blood pressure control, so treating it helps both.
Where can I get sleep apnoea checked in Gachibowli, Hyderabad?
Dr. Ram Kumar G assesses sleep apnoea at Boston Diabetes Center, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, with sleep studies arranged through partner facilities. Call or WhatsApp 09618994555.
Medical disclaimer: Content on this page is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Outcomes vary between patients. Boston Diabetes Center is outpatient / day-care specialty centre with an on-site diagnostic lab and pharmacy — no inpatient beds; imaging and inpatient care are coordinated through partner facilities.