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I Have Been Diagnosed With Sleep Apnea . Sometimes I
Question: I have been diagnosed with sleep apnea. Sometimes I like to take a bath with Epsom salts. I want to know if this can make worsen my sleep apnea?
Brief Answer:
No, it doesn't worsen sleep apnea.
Detailed Answer:
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Sleep apnea may be worsened by some substances, mainly drugs which act on central nervous system, in particular opiates (morphine, codeine) or benzodiazepines. Also being influenced by weight it can be negatively affected by medications causing weight gain.
Epsom salt baths do not enter into any of those categories. They do not affect breathing centers in the brain nor do they affect weight. They are not known to have any negative impact on sleep apnea. You can safely continue your baths.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
No, it doesn't worsen sleep apnea.
Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your.
Sleep apnea may be worsened by some substances, mainly drugs which act on central nervous system, in particular opiates (morphine, codeine) or benzodiazepines. Also being influenced by weight it can be negatively affected by medications causing weight gain.
Epsom salt baths do not enter into any of those categories. They do not affect breathing centers in the brain nor do they affect weight. They are not known to have any negative impact on sleep apnea. You can safely continue your baths.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
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