Snoring is a common problem that may occur alone or in combination with obstructive sleep apnea.
Primary snoring:
Snoring typically is caused by vibration of tissues within the oral pharynx (the uvula and palate). Nasal obstruction can be another cause. In mild snoring, these measures may help: losing weight, sleeping on your side rather than your back, avoiding sedatives and alcohol. Surgery can reduce the size of the soft tissue of uvula and palate, and also relieve nasal obstruction. Office turbinateurgery may also help snoring by improving nasal breathing.Obstructive Sleep Apnea:
Obstructive apnea is a cessation of breathing that lasts ten seconds or more. Repeated episodes can significantly disrupt sleep. Manifestations of sleep apnea include snoring, restless sleep, and daytime fatigue. Many advances have been made in treatment of sleep apnea.
Snoring can be a funny situation at home, where everyone can get a good laugh out of the noise that’s coming from a sleeping family member. But unfortunately, this scenario does not remain a comical experience for too long. Both the snorer and their family may soon realize that this is a matter not to be taken lightly, especially if the condition escalates to persistent sleeplessness, disturbed sleep and breathing difficulty.
Snoring is a common sleep disorder that affects millions. Not that this is any consolation for the sufferer or their immediate family, but the good news is there are plenty of snoring cures available that can treat such disorders.