At BN Clinic 19, Kolkata, we specialize in diagnosing and treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—a serious condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. While many consider snoring a minor issue, it could signal deeper health concerns. If ignored, sleep apnea can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart problems, stroke, loss of libido and poor quality of life.
What Causes Snoring and Sleep Apnea?
Snoring occurs when airflow is partially blocked during sleep, causing tissues in the throat to vibrate. In cases of sleep apnea, the airway becomes completely blocked for short periods, causing the person to stop breathing.
Common Causes:
- Obesity or Excess Weight: Increases fat deposits around the neck that block airflow.
- Deviated Nasal Septum or Sinus Issues: Can lead to chronic mouth breathing and airway obstruction.
- Enlarged Tonsils or Adenoids: Often seen in both children and adults.
- Alcohol, Smoking, and Sedatives: Relax throat muscles, making collapse more likely during sleep.
- Sleeping on Your Back: Encourages the tongue to fall backward and block the airway.
Symptoms to Watch Out For
If you or a loved one snores loudly or feels excessively tired during the day, these could be signs of obstructive sleep apnea.
🔸 Loud, chronic snoring
🔸 Gasping or choking during sleep
🔸 Daytime fatigue and difficulty focusing
🔸 Morning headaches
🔸 Mood swings or irritability
🔸 Restless sleep or insomnia
How Is Sleep Apnea Diagnosed?
At BN Clinic 19, we offer comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis for snoring and sleep apnea, including:
- Proper history of problems encountered
- ENT Evaluation: To detect nasal, oral, or throat blockages contributing to your symptoms.
- Sleep Study : Polysomnography (lab-based) or home-based sleep tests.
Treatment Options at BN Clinic 19, Kolkata
We provide individualized treatment plans for snoring and sleep apnea based on your condition severity and airway anatomy.
1. Lifestyle & Behavioural Changes
- Weight loss guidance
- Avoidance of alcohol or sedatives before bedtime
- Side-sleeping techniques
- Nasal sprays or allergy control for better airflow
2. Non-Invasive Therapies
- CPAP Therapy (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure): A highly effective option for moderate to severe OSA, keeping airways open with gentle air pressure.
- Custom Oral Appliances: These reposition the jaw/tongue to maintain airflow, especially helpful for mild to moderate OSA.
3. Surgical Treatments at BN Clinic 19
- Septoplasty: Correction of a deviated nasal septum for improved breathing.
- Tonsillectomy/Adenoidectomy: For patients with enlarged tonsils/adenoids causing airway blockage.
- Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP): Surgical removal of excess tissue in the throat.
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: For chronic nasal blockage contributing to sleep apnea.
Our expert ENT surgeons and sleep specialists work together to offer safe, effective, and personalized care.
Why Choose BN Clinic 19 for Sleep Apnea Care?
📍 Centrally located at 19, Circus Row, Lower Range, Elgin, Kolkata – 700017, BN Clinic 19 provides holistic ENT and sleep apnea care under one roof.
🔹 Expert ENT & Fetal Medicine Specialists
🔹 Personalized diagnosis & treatment plans
🔹 State-of-the-art facilities and surgical expertise
🔹 Compassionate, patient-first care
Don’t Let Snoring Disrupt Your Life
Ignoring snoring or sleep apnea symptoms can lead to long-term health issues. Early diagnosis and treatment can restore your energy, improve sleep quality, and prevent life-threatening complications.
📞 Book an Appointment
Call us at:
📱 +91 9147370700 / +91 9147370701
Let us help you breathe and sleep better, starting today.
