Snoring Help
Snoring can be a symptom of a condition known as
sleep apnea which is a breathing disturbance characterized by
explosively loud snoring interspersed with long pauses of silence.
During these pauses which can last for a frightening
ten seconds or longer the snorer will actually stop breathing. This
problem happens probably dozens or even hundreds of times a night
which then prevents the snorer from falling into a natural sleep.
They then wake up feeling tired, unrefreshed and exhausted.
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The worst thing about sleep apnea is that it can
ultimately prove to be fatal if the heart stops beating
whilst in an episode of apnea.
The exhaustion from the sleep deprivation
caused through the snoring and apnea can also lead to
unrelated accidents which are caused through the sheer
exhaustion the sufferer is experiencing. These can include
driving accidents, working with dangerous machinery or even
just losing concentration at a critical time throughout the
day.
If you or your partner is snoring so loudly it causes a
disturbance, keeps others awake and doesn't respond to any
home remedies you've tried such as lying on your side,
losing weight, stopping smoking and drinking etc, then it
may be time to consult a sleep specialist. They can give you
a complete evaluation of your problem and give you lots of
ideas and options to improve your snoring problem.
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There are lots of tests they can give you to see what is
causing your snoring problem, and once the cause is
discovered then hopefully they can then offer you a solution
to if not solve the problem completely, at least make it
less of a trouble.
Nasal splints can be an effective remedy to
assist with the problem of snoring.
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There is a product called "Breathe easy" on
the market which can be a very effective remedy for some
individuals. This consists of small tapes that are placed on
the sides of the nose to encourage the nostrils to keep in a
wide position.
This then helps the snoring problem to
decrease because more air is being breathed in by the
snorer. This causes the vibrations in the throat to decrease
and the noise volume is lowered thus helping both the snorer
and others in his household to get better nights sleep.
A nasal spray decongestant can also be a good option. Some
snoring can be caused by the person developing a cold or
cough; this can then aggravate any snoring problems which
may be present. You shouldn't need a nasal spray
decongestant to be prescribed as there is a variety which
can be bought over the counter. (Ask the pharmacist for
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Snoring which is worsened by Rhinitis is another problem
that can be helped with the assistance of a decongestant
spray.
However it is important to realize that overuse
of a decongestant spray can ultimately make the problem worse as
they tend to thicken the lining in the nose if used too much.
Decongestant sprays should be used sparingly and discarded once
the medical problem is improved.
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