The Buyt Desk
Snoring during sleep is nothing new and strange. Millions of people suffer from this sleep disorder. Snoring is a very common problem.
It is not a concerning problem for most people as most snorers come in the first category, i.e. primary snorers. But for few this could pose a serious challenge. They cause pressing discomfort to their partner as well as to themselves. This condition is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
Understanding the difference between snoring and obstructive sleep apnea is the key to treating the second condition. It is because, until you understand that your problem is grave, you will not take the initiative to treat it.
Understand Why Snoring Happens
Snoring is because of the tissues present in the throat. When throat tissues block the airway and vibrate, it creates a sound called snoring. The sound of this vibration can be stronger or louder depending on the body anatomy and lifestyle of the person, such as his eating habits, body weight and alcohol consumption.
The loud snoring with pauses in breathing or shallow breathing is one of the indicators of sleep apnea.
What Should You Do To Treat This Condition?
If your snoring is taking a toll on the health of your partner, giving him/her sleepless nights or causing them to change their sleeping room, then you must check with your doctor, which is the first step toward treating this disorder. There are many other things you can do to treat this problem. They are:
Don’t Take It As Normal – When your snoring has started striking your partner’s health, you shouldn’t be further taking it as normal. Instead, reach out to your doctors. Your doctor might suggest you do some lifestyle-related changes, such as cutting down the weight, changing sleeping position, reducing alcohol intake, and in the more chronic condition surgery as treatment.
Don’t Ignore Other Health Conditions – In OSA, people often suffer from sleep disruption, which impacts their health. It lessens the sleep quality, triggers stress hormones, and changes the way body performs its actions. It can also cause aging, weight gain, inadequate sleep, etc.
There are treatments available for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Your doctor can best guide you on this by monitoring your condition.
