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central apnea

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Apnea resulting from medullary depression that inhibits respiratory movement.

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[3] Millman et al reported a resolution of central apnea in a male patient once a euthyroid state was achieved.

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Patients with central apnea may not snore and they tend to be more aware of their frequent awakenings than those with obstructive apnea.

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The two kinds of apnea are central apnea and obstructive apnea.

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