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Can having large tonsils cause snoring?
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Yes: Large tonsils can cause upper airway obstruction that leads to snoring. In children, latge tonsils and adenoids are the most common cause of snoring and apnea.
Answered 4/23/2016
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Yes: This can lead to airway obstruction which can result in snoring.
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