Is snoring a sign of a secretive disorder?
Snoring is an unpleasant, loud sound that a person makes during sleep due to a partial complication of breathing.
Nearly everyone snores now and then, but for some people it can be a chronic problem. Sometimes it may also indicate a serious health condition.
In addition, snoring can be a nuisance to your partner.
What is snoring and can it be treated?
Snoring occurs when air flows past relaxed tissues in your throat, causing the tissues to vibrate as you breathe.
Lifestyle changes can help stop snoring. It is recommended to:
- lose weight
- avoid alcohol close to bedtime
- sleep on your side
In addition, medical devices and surgery are available that may reduce disruptive snoring. However, these aren't suitable or necessary for everyone who snores.
Symptoms
Snoring is often associated with a sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Not all snorers have OSA, but if snoring is accompanied by any of the following symptoms, it may be an indication to see a doctor for further evaluation for OSA:
- Witnessed breathing pauses during sleep
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Morning headaches
- Sore throat upon awakening
- Restless sleep
- Gasping or choking at night
- High blood pressure
- Chest pain at night
- Your snoring is so loud it's disrupting your partner's sleep
- In children, poor attention span, behavioral issues or poor performance in school
Causes
Snoring can be caused by a number of factors, such as the anatomy of your mouth and sinuses, alcohol consumption, allergies, a cold, your weight, sleeping on the back, nasal problems and having a family history of snoring or obstructive sleep apnea.
It is noteworthy that men shoot more often than women.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/snoring/symptoms-causes/syc-20377694
