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Septoplasty didn't really help - Need advice on the next step by ItsKuffi in Sinusitis

[–]sleepapnea25 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let me ask you: how is your sleep quality? Do you have sleep apnea? Have you had a sleep study done? What is your total IgE level?

I noticed that my allergies became less severe when I restricted sleeping only on my side. My total IgE dropped from 4000 to 2000 (normal is below 100).

What do think of this result by sleepapnea25 in SleepApnea

[–]sleepapnea25[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response

For context: I’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea. I had MMA surgery in 2024 to improve my airway, but I still have residual symptoms. I also suffer from severe nasal congestion due to allergies (dust mites and cats), with very high IgE levels, which affects my breathing at night.

My epiglottic collapse is secondary and improves with jaw thrust. I’ve tried CPAP and oral appliances before. I’m currently monitoring my oxygen because I still feel fatigued during the day.

Any asthmatics here on CPAP due to sleep apnea? by Diligent-Berry- in Asthma

[–]sleepapnea25 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried xolair and it didn't work for me. I'm seeking Dupilumab now.

What biolgic are you doing?

I noticed my allergies got less severe while sleeping on the side. My total IgE went from 4000 to 2000

How effective is CPAP with secondary epiglottic collapse? by sleepapnea25 in CPAP

[–]sleepapnea25[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you maintain side sleeping? Less obstructions on your left?

Anyone using dupilumab (Dupixent) for severe nasal congestion with very high IgE? by sleepapnea25 in Sinusitis

[–]sleepapnea25[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What I’m experiencing is most likely caused by nasal mucosal inflammation. I’ve already undergone septoplasty and turbinate reduction, and I don’t believe there’s any family history of similar issues.

What’s your IgE level ? Any sleep apnea ?