Snoring once every couple of weeks or only when sick isn’t that big of a deal. However, If you snore frequently, especially every night or several nights a week, it may be a sign of an underlying issue like sleep apnea. Sleep apnea and snoring can lead to serious health conditions like fatigue and high blood pressure. Snoring can affect not just your health, but also your quality of life, including your sleep and your partner’s.
The Causes of Snoring
When we breathe through our mouths as we sleep, the air we breathe in can become turbulent. Snoring occurs when airflow is partially blocked during sleep, causing tissues in the airway to vibrate. This can result from a variety of factors, including nasal obstruction, a soft palate, or other anatomical features. The turbulent air can start to vibrate which is what causes the sounds of snoring.
About Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a condition that causes you to stop breathing periodically through the night and is normally associated with snoring. OSA is associated with symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, and decreased libido, and has been linked to increased risks for conditions such as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Higher Risk of Stroke
- Heart Attack
- Irregular Heartbeat
- And other potential cardiovascular and metabolic complications associated with untreated sleep apnea
Testing Sleep Apnea At UrgENT: At-Home Testing
There are several causes of sleep apnea including nasal obstruction, weight, a soft palate, and more. First, we can rule out nasal obstruction by examining your nasal passages. Then, we can set up sleep testing in the comfort of your home to test how bad your sleep apnea is.
Our at-home sleep testing is designed to make the process more convenient, accessible, and less costly than traditional lab testing.
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Improving your sleep can positively impact your overall well-being. We’ll work with you to find a treatment approach tailored to your needs. Everyone deserves the chance to sleep well, we’re here to help you find answers.
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