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Snoring
Expert diagnosis and advanced treatment pathways for snoring, prioritized for your recovery.
CONSULT A SPECIALISTSnoring
Understanding Snoring
Snoring is noisy breathing during sleep caused by vibration of tissues in the throat due to partial airway obstruction. It may occur occasionally or be associated with sleep-related breathing disorders.
Introduction
Snoring is noisy breathing during sleep caused by vibration of tissues in the throat due to partial airway obstruction. It may occur occasionally or be associated with sleep-related breathing disorders.
Common Symptoms
- Loud breathing sounds during sleep
- Mouth breathing at night
- Daytime tiredness or fatigue
- Dry mouth on waking
- Disturbed sleep for the patient or partner
Treatment Options
- Weight reduction and lifestyle changes
- Nasal obstruction treatment
- Sleep position modification
- CPAP therapy in associated sleep apnea
- ENT surgery for airway obstruction if needed
Recovery & Outlook
Many patients improve with lifestyle modifications and treatment of airway obstruction. Persistent snoring should be medically evaluated.
