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Self help for non-sleep apnea snorers

Is Snoring Serious? Socially - yes. It is disruptive to family life. It makes the snorer an object of ridicule and causes other household members sleepless nights and resentfulness. Snorers become unwelcome roommates on vacations or business trips. And medically - yes. It disturbs the sleeping patterns of the snorer himself, so that he may not sleep restfully.

If you are a light snorer:

  • Try to follow the Sleep tips given on this site
  • Do not sleep on your back, try to sleep on your side
  • Adopt an athletic lifestyle and exercise daily to develop good muscle tone and lose weight.
  • Tilt the head of your bed up by placing a brick under the headposts
  • Allow the non-snorer to get to sleep first(as a courtesy)
  • Try to avoid chin and head straps, neck collars, and devices inserted into the mouth as they are usually disappointing as snoring cures

If you are a heavy snorer:

When snoring becomes disruptive to the life of the snorer or his family, medical advice should be sought, especially if other household members suspect sleep apnea (very loud snoring with periods when all airflow stops - even though the snorer is trying to breathe). The heavy snorer should have a thorough examination of the nose, mouth, palate, throat, and neck. Studies in a sleep laboratory are valuable to determine how serious the snoring is and what effects it has on the snorer's health. Treatment will depend, of course, on the diagnosis. Children who are chronic snorers, should also be thoroughly examined. Medical evidence suggests a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy will probably make an important difference in the health and well-being of the child. Remember, snoring means obstructed breathing, and obstruction can be serious. It's not funny, and it's definitely not hopeless.