Sleep apnoea linked to increased risk of cancer - Video
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Overview
Obstructive sleep apnoea is a common sleep disorder that can manifest as loud snoring, gasping, choking and daytime sleepiness. It is believed to affect at least 7-13% of the population and most of them are are overweight or obese, have diabetes, or who smoke or consume large amounts of alcohol.
Researchers have found in three different studies that People who suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) are at an increased risk of cancer, cognitive decline in elderly patients and VTE risk.
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Sleep Apnoea Linked To Increased Risk Of Cancer, Cognitive Decline, And VTE Risk
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Roshni Dhar, a Mass com graduate with a soft corner for health happenings, joined Medical Dialogues as a news anchor in 2021. Inspired by her mother who is a gynaecologist, she likes to keep herself and the world updated on the occurring in the medical field. She covers various aspects of health news for MDTV at Medical Dialogues. She can be contacted at editorial@medicaldialogues.in. Contact no. 011-43720751
