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Factors Responsible For Sleep Apnea
Following are some factors responsible for Sleep Apnea:
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Obesity because more fat may be present in the walls of the
pharynx.
▶ Small or receding jaw with a narrowed airway.
▶ Loss of muscle tone in your pharynx due to aging.
▶ Swollen tonsils.