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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What Causes Snoring?<\/a><\/li>
Symptoms of Snoring<\/a><\/li>
Suggested Home Remedies for Snoring<\/a><\/li>
When to Seek Medical Help?<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do you snore and are embarrassed about it? Do you know someone who snores, and it gets difficult for their loved ones to sleep around them? Wondering how to stop snoring? Read along to know simple home remedies that will help you get relief.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Snoring is an unpleasant sound that occurs when air flows through a partially obstructed airway.^{<\/sup>Snoring occurs when the tissues at the top of your airway rub against each other and vibrate. Snoring is usually a common problem usually experienced by middle-aged adults}2<\/a><\/sup>. People who snore often experience an unrefreshing sleep, frequent awakening from sleep, choking sensations, daytime weakness or personality changes; they can develop potentially life-threatening conditions. It can sometimes lead to a serious health condition called obstructive sleep apnoea. Obstructive sleep apnoea is characterised by periodic episodes of full or partial upper airway obstruction while sleeping. Simple lifestyle measures like losing weight and quitting smoking and alcohol can be the answers for how to stop snoring naturally 1<\/a>,4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What Causes Snoring?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There can be various causes that could lead to snoring. Some factors that can affect your airway and result in snoring include:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Obesity: Obese people tend to have extra tissues at the back of their throats, resulting in narrow airways\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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Allergies\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Alcohol consumption\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Anatomy of your mouth and air sinuses: A long soft palate includes enlarged tonsils, adenoids or a large tongue.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sleeping position: When sleeping on the back, snoring is usually frequent and loud due to gravity\u2019s effect on the throat, narrowing the airway\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Problems related to the nose: A crooked separation between your nostrils can result in snoring.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Not getting adequate sleep: It can cause further throat relaxation, resulting in snoring 5<\/a>,6<\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Chronic nasal congestion due to rhinitis (inflammation affecting the nose) or sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses) is a common cause of snoring. You may visit your doctor to undergo a thorough physical examination along with tests like X-ray, MRI or CT scan to rule out other causes.<\/p>\n Dr Ashish Bajaj, M.B.B.S, M.D. in Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Symptoms of Snoring<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some of the symptoms associated with snoring are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Silent vibrations or whistles to loud rumbling, snorting or grumbling sounds\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
People who snore may change positions at night and have a dry and sore throat when they wake up.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Feel tired throughout the day\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sleep deprivation can lead to headaches and mood swings.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Some people have breathlessness, and their breathing even ceases for a few seconds when they are sleeping 6<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
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