Question 1

what causes snoring?

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Constriciton in flow: The audible soundof snoring is caused by a constrition of airflow, typically by tissues of the throat, uvulae, tongue, or somewhere in the airway. As we relax the muscles during sleep, the airway gets blocked, and the tissues flutter. Sometimes the airway gets completely blocked. This is called sleep apnea and can be quite serious.  Talk to your md to determine if a sleep study is appropriate.

Question 2

what causes snoring and how can it be cured?

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Vibrations in throat: It is usually caused by vibrations in the throat area.  Possible cures include sleeping on your side, loosing weight, surgery, and an oral appliance.  If the self help options don't work i would see a physician to rule out a life threatening condition called sleep apnea.  If you don't have sleep apnea, then i would consider the other options.

Question 3

what causes snoring and how can it be cured or treated?

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Tongue blocks: Snoring is caused by a partial or sometimes s full obstruction of our airway in the back of our throat. In many, our sleeping position causes the snoring, in some the relationships of the tongue, the palate and the back of the throat become loose and not coordinated,  That produces obstruction and in some sleep apnea, or not breathing by the obstruction.  See a sleep apnea specialist to help.

Question 4

my husband snores really bad to a point where i dont look forward to bed time. what causes snoring and how can it be treated?

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Can't say: This is something an ENT and or a sleep doctor may need to sort out. He may have sleep apnea along with snoring. He may have other airway issues. With a proper evaluation &amp; current treatment methods you should both be able to get normal restful sleep.

Question 5

what causes snoring? how can i get rid of it?

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Airway vibrations: Snoring is caused by vibrations of the upper airway tissues in the back of the nose and throat. Simple snoring occurs in absence of sleep apnea. Screening for sleep apnea is important. Enlarged adenoid/tonsils and septal deviation are other causes. Treating sleep apnea can improve snoring. Alcohol and sedative medications can worsen. Treatment includes nasal steroids, dental appliances and surgery

Question 6

what causes snoring during the time when a person is sleeping?

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Cause of Snoring: Snoring means your airway blocks partially during inspiration when sleeping. The blockage can occur in the nose, the soft palate, the tonsils, the tongue base, and the folds over the voice box. Any blockage will create snoring. Go see an ENT for a complete exam of your airway, if snoring is bothering you or someone you sleep with.

Question 7

what usually causes snoring when a person is sleeping?

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Snoring: Snoring is just the sound of turbulent airflow passing through a slightly collapsed or crowded oropharynx or back of the throat.  It is just a sound but it is a sound that makes us suspicious for potential underlying sleep apnea.  Keep in mind that 65-75% of individuals that do snore have some level of underlying osa.  Also, mild snoring can arise from chronic nasal congestion as well.

Question 8

what causes women to snore?

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Same as in men: Anatomy of throat, sinuses, any positional obstructions, alcohol, overweight, apnea, etc. Here&#x27;s a good bit of info:  http://www.Mayoclinic.Org/diseases-conditions/snoring/basics/causes/con-20031874

best!

Question 9

what might cause heavy snoring during sleep and headaches on waking up?

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Sleep Apnea: Snoring can be a sign that you have sleep apnea. This will cause you to have periods during sleep when you stop breathing following by a recovery phase after your brain "wakes up". The headaches upon waking up are a sign that you are retaining carbon dioxide. Treatment is available and will allow you to obtain a restful sleep without the headaches.

Question 10

what is the cause of snoring i don't snore before my weight is increased all so i gain 20 kg?

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It's the weight: When you gain weight you also gain fat tissue in the back of the throat. This contributes to the narrowing of the air passage and it collapses when it relaxes back there during sleep and the tissue vibrates and causes the audible snoring. If it's bad enough you'll have episodes where you stop breathing. This is called sleep apnea and can be dangerous. Lose the weight and talk to your doctor.

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