What is another word for obstructive sleep apnoea?
Pronunciation: [ɒbstɹˈʌktɪv slˈiːp ɐpnˈi͡ə] (IPA) 
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repetitive pauses in breathing during sleep. It is often caused by the partial or complete obstruction of the upper airway, leading to sleep disturbances, snoring, and excessive daytime sleepiness. Here are some synonyms for OSA:
1. Sleep apnoea: This is a more general term that can describe any type of sleep apnoea, including OSA.
2. Sleep-disordered breathing: This term encompasses a range of breathing disorders during sleep, including OSA.
3. Obstructive sleep-related breathing disorder: This is a more technical term that specifically refers to OSA.
4. Nocturnal obstructive apnoea: This is another technical term that describes a specific type of OSA.
5. Sleep-related upper airway resistance syndrome: This refers to a milder form of OSA where breathing is partially obstructed during sleep.
