Stop snore
And if it is obstructive sleep apnea, then it is no laughing matter, and that individual needs to get evaluated by a sleep specialist. stop snore Childrens-sleep-disorders. Information on apnea is available at the above link. Snoring is a noise produced when an individual breathes (usually produced when breathing in) during sleep which in turn causes vibration of the soft palate and uvula (that thing that hangs down in the back of the throat). The word "apnea" means the abscence of breathing. stop snore Sleep-apnea-symptoms. All snorers have incomplete obstruction ( a block) of the upper airway. Many habitual snorers have complete episodes of upper airway obstruction where the airway is completly blocked for a period of time, usually 10 seconds or longer. This silence is usually followed by snorts and gasps as the individual fights to take a breath. stop snore Sleep apnea information. When an individual snores so loudly that it disturbs others, obstructive sleep apnea is almost certain to be present. There is snoring that is an indicator of obstructive sleep apnea and there is also primary snoring. Primary Snoring, also known as simple snoring, snoring without sleep apnea, noisy breathing during sleep, benign snoring, rhythmical snoring and continous snoring is characterized by loud upper airway breathing sounds in sleep without episodes of apnea (cessation of breath). How Does Primary Snoring Differ from Snoring that Indicates Obstructive Sleep Apnea?A complaint of snoring by an observerNo evidence of insomnia or excessive sleepiness due to the snoring Dryness of the mouth upon awakeningA polysomnogram (sleep study) that shows:Snoring and other sounds often occurring for long episodes during the sleep periodNo associated abrupt arousals, arterial oxygen desaturation (lowered amount of oxygen in the blood) or cardiac disturbancesNormal sleep patternsNormal respiratory patterns during sleepNo signs of other sleep disordersWhat can be done about primary snoring?First of all, it is absolutely necessary to rule out obstructive sleep apnea or other sleep disorders. Be wary of any doctor who says it is not necessary. Behavioral and lifestyle changes may be suggested.
Stop snore
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