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Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS)
Alternate Names : Pickwickian Syndrome
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Symptoms & Signs
The main symptoms of OHS are due to sleep deprivation, which results from sleep loss and poor sleep quality (see obstructive sleep apnea).
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Falling asleep at inappropriate times during the day
- Increased risk for accidents or errors at work
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Depression
In addition, symptoms of chronic hypoxia (low blood oxygen level) can also occur, such as shortness of breath or fatigue after minimal physical effort.
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• Definition
• Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Symptoms & Signs
• Prevention
• Diagnosis & Tests
• Treatment
• Prognosis
• Complications
• Support Groups
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Review Date : 10/22/2003
Reviewed By : Allen J. Blaivas, D.O., Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, University Hospital, Newark, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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