Both relax throat and mouth tissues, adding to the obstruction of airflow. Sleeping on the side is another way to control sleep apnea. Devices that hold the tongue in place or that bring the jaw slightly forward are other ways to combat sleep apnea. Surgical removal of the redundant mouth tissues and throat tissues usually successfully solves the apnea problem. This is not a joking matter.
Sleep apnea can lead to complications such as high blood pressure.
He has the gene common to all ankylosing spondylitis patients. His rheumatologist had him on indomethacin, which seemed to control the pain. My son has sworn off potatoes, pizza, bread and other starch-containing foods. He stands 5 feet 9 inches and weighs 120 pounds. I am afraid he might lose more weight.