Obstructive sleep apnea, which is characterized by multiple interruptions of breathing during sleep, is a common condition worldwide. Snoring, with intermittent choking and gasping, is a noticeable sign.
“In Malaysia, the prevalence of sleep-disordered breathing is ranged at about 15% in adults and 7-9% in children. Among the risk factors for OSA are obesity, being elderly, being male, smoking and having upper airway inflammatory diseases like rhinitis, asthma and pharyngeal reflux.” ~ IIUM