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Snoring is a sound that occurs when sleeping as airflow causes the tissues in the back of the<br>throat to vibrate. The sound of snoring usually occurs as you inhale, and it can happen any time<br>while you sleep. Half the population snores at some point, though snoring is more common in<br>men than women, it can run in families, and it happens more frequently as we age.
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Snoring is a sound that occurs when sleeping as airflow causes the tissues in the back of the throat to vibrate. The sound of snoring usually occurs as you inhale, and it can happen any time while you sleep. Half the population snores at some point, though snoring is more common in men than women, it can run in families, and it happens more frequently as we age. What are the common causes of snoring? • There are several causes for snoring. • Being overweight or obese • Pregnancy
Allergies • Asthma • Congestion from colds or the flu • Nasal deformities (such as a deviated septum or nasal polyps) • Enlarged tonsils or adenoids • A long soft palate or long uvula • Drinking alcohol • Muscle relaxants and other drugs • Smoking • Aging • Sleep position (usually sleeping on your back)
What are the signs and symptoms of snoring? Snoring can be a symptom of common conditions such as allergies or asthma. But it also can be a symptom of a serious medical condition called obstructive sleep apnea in which a person stops breathing intermittently during sleep. A person with sleep apnea may snore loudly or make choking noises as they try to breathe. The body becomes deprived of oxygen, and a person may wake up from it. When severe, this can happen hundreds of times during the night or when sleeping at other times during the day. Sleep apnea is associated with a higher risk for
high blood pressure, • heart disease, • stroke, • obesity, and • type 2 diabetes. What are differentsnoring remedies? • If you're living with someone who snores, the first step is making sure they know they snore (if they are not awakened by their snoring they may not be aware of it). Next, encourage them to visit a doctor to diagnose and treat the underlying cause.
You also can help your partner track their snoring habits if the doctor needs a sleep journal. They may try some of the home remedies mentioned previously to stop snoring. In the meantime, sharing a bed with a snorer can be exhausting. To take care of yourself: Use earplugs • Try a white noise machine • Try going to bed before your partner – if you're already asleep maybe you won't hear them. Consider sleeping in separate bedrooms. This is often the last resort and a personal decision for partners.
What kinds of doctors treat snoring? Many kinds of doctors treat snoring, depending on the underlying cause. You may first consult your primary care providers (PCP) such as a family practitioner or internist, or a child's pediatrician. For further testing and management of snoring or sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, you may be referred to a sleep medicine specialist. Allergies may be treated by an allergist, and asthma may be treated by a lung specialist (pulmonologist) or respiratory therapist.
If you have nasal deformities such as a deviated septum or nasal polyps you may see an ear, nose, and throat specialist (ENT, or otolaryngologist), and if you require removal of your tonsils, or adenoids you may be referred to a general surgeon. Sometimes an oral appliance is helpful to help stop the snoring. • These are differentsnoring remedies.
