Definition
Snoring is the vibration of the soft tissues in the back of the throat. The noisy sounds occur when there is blockage of the airflow and the soft part of the airway (i.e. tongue, tonsils, soft palate and uvula) strike each other and vibrate during breathing. This is Snoring.
 
Snoring is the first indicator of possible Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS), a common disorder resulting in improper breathing during sleep. Loud snoring can be a symptom of a medical condition and is a characteristic of Sleep Apnea.
 
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Symptoms
Individuals who snore may experience the following symptoms:
• Restless and disturbed sleep.
• Loss of attention span at school and work.
• Tiredness and sleepiness during the day.
• Frequent headaches.
• Irritability and mood swing.

Risk Factors
Is snoring serious? Yes, it is medically and socially serious:
• It can make the snorer an object of ridicule.
• It can cause other to have sleepless nights.
• It can strain relationships with loved ones .
• It disturbs the sleeping pattern and deprives rest.
• Severe snoring can cause health problems.
• It Including Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
• Snoring has been associated with heart problems.
• Hypertension and obesity are common characteristics.
 
Snoring is not funny and it is not hopeless. There are general as well as specific treatments for snoring. Your physician can guide you as to the best course of treatment for you.

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