Q: is it normal for my almost 3 year old to snore loud and sometimes stop breathing for a few secs. does not have cold and we have a humidifier running?

Sounds like OSA: Sounds like obstructive sleep apnea. A very common problem in children, particularly those with large tonsils and adenoids. Causes poor sleep quality and over time can affect heart, lungs, behavior, attention in school. Get this checked by your pediatrician or ent. Often, removing the tonsils and adenoids is curative.

Q: i was told i snore loud when i sleep but my husband recently told me that when i sleep i stop breathing and it scares him.. what are some health issues that is caused by this? i have shortness of breath, i'm 5'4, 330lbs, and this is another issue, emotion

Your : Your symptoms are consistent with sleep apnea, probably related to being so overweight (>200 pounds). This condition puts more stress on your heart, raises your blood pressure, and can even result in a heart attack or stroke. Please see your physician for further evaluation. Your evaluation will probably include a sleep study. Be careful. This is a very dangerous condition.

Question 1

i snore loud, what can i do to stop it, without going to the dr.?

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A few things: Sleep on your side instead of your back.  You may need a wedge pillow. You can also try those breathe right nose strips.  Lose weight to a goal bmi of < 26.

Question 2

is it normal for my almost 3 year old to snore loud and sometimes stop breathing for a few secs. does not have cold and we have a humidifier running?

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Sounds like OSA: Sounds like obstructive sleep apnea. A very common problem in children, particularly those with large tonsils and adenoids. Causes poor sleep quality and over time can affect heart, lungs, behavior, attention in school. Get this checked by your pediatrician or ent. Often, removing the tonsils and adenoids is curative.

Question 3

i was told i snore loud when i sleep but my husband recently told me that when i sleep i stop breathing and it scares him.. what are some health issues that is caused by this? i have shortness of breath, i'm 5'4, 330lbs, and this is another issue, emotion

Accepted Answer

Your : Your symptoms are consistent with sleep apnea, probably related to being so overweight (>200 pounds).  This condition puts more stress on your heart, raises your blood pressure, and can even result in a heart attack or stroke.  Please see your physician for further evaluation.  Your evaluation will probably include a sleep study.  Be careful.  This is a very dangerous condition.

Question 4

how do you treat someone who has trouble breathing and snores loudly?

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Sleep apnea: These are common symptoms of sleep apnea.  A sleep study is needed for diagnosis.  A CPAP machine is commonly prescribed to improve breathing during sleep.

Question 5

my 3 month old snores. loudly. is he ok? more risk for sids?

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Snoreing??: I've known many 3mo to rattle a lot with breathing but never heard of one snoreing. Your physician could verify an adequate airway for your baby & give you guidence on ways to improve the noise. We don't understand enough about sids to say yes or no. Keeping babies sleep area free of odors/perfumes/incense/smoke etc. & washing out the nasal passages with saline is what I do for congestion.

Question 6

my husband snores loudly strips and a nasal insert is not working is there anything else cover counter he can use?

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Snoring: Studies show that 75% of snoring is caused by vibration of the soft palate, so many of the nasal devices won't solve the problem.  There are otc oral inserts that pull the jaw forward and open the the throat . I am not endorsing any company but puresleep.Com sells a reliable device. There is a device that pulls the tongue forward via a suction apparatus that looks promising.  Ent exam advised.

Question 7

my dad snores loudly and mom is not getting enough sleep and i feel sorry for her..how can you deal with snoring?

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Snoring: The most common cause of snoring is obesity, use of alcohol and sedatives prior to sleep. Weight lost, avoid alcohol and sedatives before bedtime, sleep on your side can improve snoring. If all else fails, see an ENT doctor for exam to r/o upper airway obstruction due to anatomical reasons.

Question 8

dad has severe sleep apnea. refuses to wear cpap. snores loudly and profusely. any other treatments or suggestion?

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Help him to undergo: his prescribed right treatment for his long term wellbeing and no short cuts . If he has weight problem         ( most likely overweight )  make him to  loose weight .Don't look for shortcuts as there are none , make sure he keeps his doctor's appointments.

Question 9

my 2.5 year old snores loudly and breathes thru mouth when sleeping? is this normal or reason for concern?

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Concern: Generally this does not happen at this age. Although not an emergency, you should see your pediatrician for the cause.Usual causes include allergies and / or some sort of nasal obstruction.

Question 10

what can i to stop prevent loud snoring?

Accepted Answer

Sleep lab: Go to a sleep lab for an evaluation. Usually found at hospitals. They will determine the level of sleep apnea -- if you have it at all. Often you will, if you are a snorer. From there, you can find a physician and / or dentist who treats these issues. Many times an oral appliance will help immensely. Sometimes surgery will help. Sometimes both. Start simply . You are not doomed to be a snorer.

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I snore loud, what can i do to stop it, without going to the dr.?

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Is it normal for my almost 3 year old to snore loud and sometimes stop breathing for a few secs. does not have cold and we have a humidifier running?

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I was told i snore loud when i sleep but my husband recently told me that when i sleep i stop breathing and it scares him.. what are some health issues that is caused by this? i have shortness of breath, i'm 5'4, 330lbs, and this is another issue, emotion

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How do you treat someone who has trouble breathing and snores loudly?

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My 3 month old snores. loudly. is he ok? more risk for sids?

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My husband snores loudly strips and a nasal insert is not working is there anything else cover counter he can use?

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My dad snores loudly and mom is not getting enough sleep and i feel sorry for her..how can you deal with snoring?

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Dad has severe sleep apnea. refuses to wear cpap. snores loudly and profusely. any other treatments or suggestion?

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My 2.5 year old snores loudly and breathes thru mouth when sleeping? is this normal or reason for concern?

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