Before You Choose A Treatment...

The adverse medical effects of snoring and its association with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) have only been recognized relatively recently (in the past twenty years). As a result, the development of significant medical treatments is also a recent phenomenon.

The rapid development and heavy promotion of some of these strategies means that parts of the medical community are not fully aware of the complete range of treatment options which are available.

Therefore, the most important guideline on seeking treatment is to be aware of the options yourself. This will equip you to discuss the options with your doctor and it will ensure that you ultimately arrive at a decision which you believe is truly best for you.

If you snore loudly with occasional pauses in breathing, and you frequently wake up during the night, you may be suffering from sleep apnoea. Ask your partner, or a member of your family to listen for signs of this disorder.

Heavy snorers, those who snore in any position or are disruptive to the family, should seek medical advice to ensure that sleep aponea is not a problem. An otolaryngologist will provide a thorough examination of the nose, mouth, throat, palate, and neck. A sleep study in a laboratory environment may be necessary to determine how serious the snoring is and what effects it has on the snorer's health.