Sleep Apnea: Should I Have a Sleep Study? Burlington Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic Sleep Apnea: Should I Have a Sleep Study?
If you snore but don't have other symptoms, you may not need a sleep study. Lifestyle changes?such as losing weight (if needed), sleeping on your side, and going to bed at the same time every night?may reduce your snoring.
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