2006-11-28 13:47:50 · 7 answers · asked by ambitmepz 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
Snoring can be a symptom of a very serious disorder called sleep apnea, which can, if untreated, lead to heart damage and even death. If other people complain that you snore very loudly, especially if they comment that sometimes you stop breathing for a moment and then start breathing again with a huge snort, you really must go to a sleep clinic for a diagnosis. If you snore softly once in a while, then this is probably not apnea, but if you shake the house, snore like a bear, and drive your spouse to the guest bedroom, then apnea is a distinct probability.
Apnea is usually treated with the use of a device called a CPAP. You can't just buy one of these - they are sold only on prescription, as the pressure needs to be adjusted to your individual needs, with too high pressure being as dangerous as too low. CPAP stops snoring 100% and usually makes the patient feel generally more energetic and alert during the day as well.
Please ask your doctor to refer you to a sleep clinic right away. They usually have a long waiting list, and it's important to get the process started ASAP.
Good luck - and sweet dreams!
2006-11-28 14:37:15 · answer #1 · answered by Maple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some snoring remedies for the Light Snorers :
Adults who suffer from mild snoring can try the following to Stop snoring.
Loosing weight can sometimes cure snoring. Snoring is more common in overweight people. Follow a healthy lifestyle to develop good muscle tone and lose weight.
Avoid sleeping pills, tranquilizers, or antihistamines before sleeping unless very necessary or prescribed by your doctor.
Avoid alcohol and Stop snoring ! Drinking can cause snoring.
Cures snoring by following a regular sleeping pattern.
You are likely to snore more when you sleep on your back. Sleep on your side instead of your back. This may help you to stop snoring.
2006-11-28 14:14:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a serious snoring problem you definately should visit a doctor and ask for a sleep test. You may have sleep aponea - if so you will need to use a CPAP (constant air pressure)machine at night. Its not as bad as it sounds and there are plenty of websites to give you information. Its important that you do this as - left untreated - aponea can lead to you falling asleep during the day and possibly being a danger to youself or others if driving etc
2016-03-13 00:20:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lose weight, buy your partner some ear plugs. If problem persists, make sure you see a doctor. Sleep apnea, a condition frequently associated with snoring can be life threatening. It is characterized by periods of not breathing during sleep. A sleep study can be performed to assess your problem if it is deemed necesary by a healthcare professional. Good Luck.
2006-11-28 13:56:16 · answer #4 · answered by kamischi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
realistically you may have an adenoid problem and this can only be helped with surgery and some people who have sleep apnea have that problem as well you should go get a sleep study done to make sure that there is nothing seriously wrong. good luck
2006-11-28 14:03:14 · answer #5 · answered by angel b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Doctors can do an operation to correct snoring!
2006-11-28 13:57:43 · answer #6 · answered by Gerry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing for you to do is to see your primary physician and he'll give you some advice on what to do. You could have sleep apnea and the only way to determine that isby going to the doctor. You could also be sleeping to high on your pillows, but best thing is to see your doctor.
2006-11-28 14:07:27 · answer #7 · answered by Judy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont sleep on your back, lose weight, use the little nose strips that help keep your nasal passages open.
2006-11-28 13:50:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋