10 Causes of Sleep Apnea
Cause #6: Sinusitis
The sinuses are a system of hollow cavities that are found in the front of the skull. Their purpose is not clear, although there are theories that they can help with speech or humidify the air we breathe. These can become infected, causing a blocked nose, excess mucus, headaches and other symptoms.
Sinusitis is also a fairly common cause of sleep apnea. It is not clear how or why sinusitis causes sleep apnea, although we do know the sinuses are closely linked with how we breathe. A sinus infection will often clear up naturally after a few days or so, although medication can also be used.
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