Melody Devemark
From Pillow Talk to Pillow Rage: Snoring Is Killing the Mood
Understanding Snoring What is snoring? Snoring is the harsh, rattling sound produced when airflow is blocked causing the tissues in one or more airway(s) to vibrate during sleep. It happens when air can’t move freely through your airway(s), usually due to partial blockage or narrowing of the airways. Though it’s often joked about, snoring is no laughing matter—especially when it becomes a nightly disturbance. Millions of adults snore, and for some, it’s a sign of something more serious like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Why do people snore? Snoring can be caused by a variety of reasons, both temporary and chronic:...
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