Chronic Nasal Obstruction and Sleep Deprivation

Getting tired and sleepy on the road while driving or doing any activity may be signs of severe nasal blockages and improper sleep disorder. The study by Japanese sleep researchers shows that people with the condition are more likely to suffer from Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) and that they are more likely to suffer from sleep apnea. The findings are not considered to be a direct threat to overall health but rather have the ability to impair their social and work communication skills. The study is discussed in more detail by the AAOHNS (American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery). The condition can be caused by a variety of maladies from allergies (pollen, smoke, dust, etc.), deformed septum’s or rhino sinusitis.