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Re: difficulty breathingat daytime


Posted by Chuck on February03, 2000 at 14:27:51:

In Reply to: Re: difficulty breathingat daytime posted by Allison Rokko on February03, 2000 at 08:00:53:

I had the same problem. ENT correctly recognized that I had an excess of tonsil/uvular/soft-palatal tissue, plus deviated septum. I actually went in initially because of the daytime problem and was subsequently diagnosed with sleep apnea. I could feel the crowded airway at the top of my throat, so I didn't take much convincing. (I could snore while fully awake!) I was on CPAP for three months which helped my sleeping somewhat, but had no impact on my daytime breathing, particularly during exercise. I elected to go ahead with UPPP and septoplasty a few weeks ago. The first week was difficult - like a bad case of flu or strep throat - lots of painkillers and fitful sleep. About Day 9 I noticed how much improved was my breathing. The last few nights I've sleep a sound 8-9 hours - unlike any sleep I've had in a decade. Daytime breathing is also great.

The key is to find an ENT you trust, who isn't cut happy. If you've got a lot of floppy, rattling soft palate and an extra-long uvula (should barely reach to the top of your tongue - and should NOT proceed down your throat) and/or enlarged tonsils, this may be a solution for you. If the obstruction is anywhere else, UPPP may have some marginal benefit, or none. Anyone familiar with these forums will be aware that any surgery can go wrong. A bond of trust with a good, experienced ENT is absolutely key.

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