DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery, Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s practice, posted this video on its YouTube channel on May 8, 2025.
From the video’s description on YouTube
DYK? Poor sleep quality and obesity are closely linked
It’s true, obesity and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) often go together. OSA is actually one of the conditions that can help qualify you for bariatric surgery.What does weight have to do with sleep?
When a person is significantly overweight, their airways can become compressed and lung capacity reduced. This can cause someone to develop sleep apnea or worsen existing sleeping problems.What are the symptoms of sleep apnea?
Other symptoms include headaches, irritability, daytime tiredness, and gasping for air during sleep.Why is good quality sleep important?
Getting the proper amount of sleep is incredibly important for your overall well-being. Long-term sleep loss increases your risk of hypertension, depression, heart attack, and stroke.Will losing weight fix it?
Everyone is different so there’s no guarantee, but bariatric surgery is one of the most effective treatments for OSA. In one study, 86% of patients showed significant improvement in sleep quality and 75% were able to eliminate their sleep apnea altogether.If you think you might be a candidate for bariatric surgery due to sleep apnea, the first step is getting a diagnosis through a sleep study.
Have questions about bariatric surgery? Drop them in the comments!
More videos from the practice are on Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s profile.
