which is a type of sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or instances of shallow or infrequent breathing during sleep. is underway to evaluate the efficacy of Zepbound, a popular weight-loss drug, to also treat obstructive sleep apnea. If shown to be effective, Zepbound could potentially be covered by Medicare in the future, similar to howNearly 30 million Americans have obstructive sleep apnea, but only 6 million are diagnosed with the condition according to the.
Some patients will be diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea and have no symptoms. However, most individuals with the disease may snore, feel unrested after sleep since the quality of sleep is fragmented due to interruptions in breathing and may be irritable. Additional symptoms include morning headache, depression and frequently falling asleep during the day.
Various treatments for obstructive sleep apnea aim to improve the quality of sleep and resolve breathing disruptions. The primary treatment includes continuous positive airway pressure, or a machine that is connected to a mask that a patient puts on to deliver continuous air to help keep the airway open during sleep. Additional treatments could include oral appliances and even surgery in more severe cases.
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