Snoring
According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 45% of normal adults snore occasionally, and 25% are habitual snorers. Problem snoring is more frequent in males and overweight people, and it usually worsens with aging.
Why people snore.
Snoring occurs when there is an obstruction to the free flow of air through the passages at the back of the mouth and nose. This area is the collapsible part of the airway where the tongue and upper throat meet the soft palate and uvula. Snoring occurs when these structures strike each other and vibrate during breathing. Reasons for this include poor muscle tone in the tongue and throat, bulkiness of throat tissue, a long soft palate or uvula and nasal passage obstruction.
Protect your health.
Snoring disturbs sleeping patterns and deprives the snorer of appropriate rest. When snoring is severe, it can potentially cause serious, long-term health problems, including obstructive sleep apnea, which can have life-threatening consequences. So if you or a loved one has a snoring problem, call Midwest Chest Consultants in St. Charles, Missouri. Our experienced sleep physicians can accurately diagnose your problem and help you get the good night’s sleep you need.
For more information about our effective treatments for snoring, call Midwest Chest Consultants in St. Charles, Missouri at (636) 946-1650. To schedule an appointment online, please use our online appointment request form today!
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