You’re at work, you’re so tired and you think you’ve hit a midday “wall”? You think a nap’s necessary? That may be a good idea. But the real culprits here — more than likely — are obstructed nasal passages and problems sleeping at night, according to a new study by the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
Nasal obstruction is an upper – airway condition that can be caused by a variety of maladies, such as allergies, rhinosinusitis, or a deviated septum.
The recent study indicates that people with chronic nasal obstruction were twice as likely to experience excessive daytime sleepiness than those without nasal obstruction.
These patients also were five times more likely to suffer from “habitual observed apnea,” which is the suspension of breathing during sleep.
The academy surveyed nearly 7,000 patients. The academy represents more than 12,000 physicians.
The study concluded that while nasal obstruction in and of itself is not life-threatening, the condition can severely impact a person’s quality of life by negatively affecting their work and social activities.
Jim Killackey, Medical Writer
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