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I hear that some people get along with a tracheostomy very well while others have a horrible time with it. Why is there such a range here?

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I hear that some people get along with a tracheostomy very well while others have a horrible time with it. Why is there such a range here?

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A. Those that have short-term temporary tracheostomies or have their voice box removed have a much harder time. If your tracheostomy is long-term or permanent and you have obstructive sleep apnea, the prognosis is much brighter for you.