{"id":4464,"date":"2023-02-03T14:01:21","date_gmt":"2023-02-03T14:01:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ent.gr\/?p=4464"},"modified":"2023-05-05T22:07:29","modified_gmt":"2023-05-05T19:07:29","slug":"snoring-and-sleep-apnea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ent.gr\/en\/snoring-and-sleep-apnea\/","title":{"rendered":"Snoring and Sleep Apnea"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ent.gr\/en\/snoring-and-sleep-apnea\/#What_is_snoring\" >What is snoring?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ent.gr\/en\/snoring-and-sleep-apnea\/#Causes_of_snoring_and_sleep_apnea\" >Causes of snoring and sleep apnea:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ent.gr\/en\/snoring-and-sleep-apnea\/#Complications_may_include\" >Complications may include:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ent.gr\/en\/snoring-and-sleep-apnea\/#Results_of_prolonged_sleep_apnoea\" >Results of prolonged sleep apnoea<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_snoring\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 18pt;\">What is snoring?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div id=\"attachment_10768\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10768\" class=\"wp-image-10768 size-medium\" title=\"Snoring and Sleep Apnea.ent\" src=\"https:\/\/ent.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/%CF%85%CF%80%CE%BD%CE%B9%CE%BA%CE%AE-%CE%AC%CF%80%CE%BD%CE%BF%CE%B9%CE%B1.ent_-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Snoring and Sleep Apnea.ent\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10768\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Snoring and Sleep Apnea<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Snoring is the hoarse or harsh sound that occurs when breathing is obstructed in some way while sleeping. Sometimes snoring may indicate a serious health condition. In addition, snoring can be a nuisance to your partner. Snoring is due to incomplete obstruction of the upper airway.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Many habitual snorers have complete episodes of upper airway obstruction where the airway is completely blocked for a period of time, usually 10 seconds or longer. This silence is usually followed by snorts and gasps as the individual fights to take a breath. When an individual snores so loudly that it disturbs others, obstructive sleep apnea is almost certain to be present.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Unlike simple snoring, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a potentially life-threatening condition that requires medical attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_snoring_and_sleep_apnea\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 18pt;\">Causes of snoring and sleep apnea:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">The following conditions can affect the airway and cause snoring:<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Mouth anatomy. Having a low, thick soft palate or enlarged tonsils or tissues in the back of the throat (adenoids) can narrow the airway. Likewise, if the triangular piece of tissue hanging from the soft palate (uvula) is elongated, airflow can be obstructed and vibration increased.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Neck circumference.\u00a0People with a thicker neck may have a narrower airway.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Being overweight. Extra weight can build up in the throat and contribute to narrowing of the airway.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Being male.\u00a0Men are twice as likely to have sleep apnea. However, women increase their risk if they&#8217;re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.satory.gr\/en\/weight-loss\/\">overweight<\/a>, and their risk also appears to rise after menopause.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Being older. Sleep apnea occurs significantly more often in adults older than 60.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Alcohol consumption.\u00a0Snoring can also be brought on by consuming too much alcohol before bedtime. Alcohol relaxes throat muscles and decreases the natural defenses against airway obstruction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ent.gr\/en\/quit-smoking\/\">Smoking<\/a>.\u00a0Smokers are three times more likely to have obstructive sleep apnea than are people who&#8217;ve never smoked. Smoking may increase the amount of inflammation and fluid retention in the upper airway. This risk likely drops after you quit smoking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Nasal problems. Chronic nasal congestion or a crooked partition between the nostrils (deviated nasal septum) may contribute to snoring.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Allergies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Sleep apnea is considered a serious medical condition.<\/span><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complications_may_include\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 18pt;\">Complications may include:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">High blood pressure or heart problems.\u00a0Sudden drops in blood oxygen levels that occur during sleep apnea increase blood pressure and strain the cardiovascular system. If you have obstructive sleep apnea, your risk of high blood pressure (hypertension) is greater than if you don&#8217;t. The more severe your sleep apnea, the greater the risk of high blood pressure. However, obstructive sleep apnea increases the risk of stroke, regardless of whether or not you have high blood pressure..<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Daytime fatigue.\u00a0The repeated awakenings associated with sleep apnea make normal, restorative sleep impossible. People with sleep apnea often experience severe daytime drowsiness, fatigue and irritability. You may have difficulty concentrating and find yourself falling asleep at work, while watching TV or even when driving. You may also feel irritable, moody or depressed.\u00a0Children and adolescents with sleep apnea may do poorly in school or have behavior problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Complications with medications and surgery. Obstructive sleep apnea is also a concern with certain medications and general anesthesia. People with sleep apnea may be more likely to experience complications following major surgery because they&#8217;re prone to breathing problems, especially when sedated and lying on their backs.<\/span><\/span>\n<div id=\"attachment_10772\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10772\" class=\"wp-image-10772 size-medium\" title=\"Heart problems due to Sleep apnoea.ent\" src=\"https:\/\/ent.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/%CE%B1%CF%81%CF%81%CF%85%CE%B8%CE%BC%CE%AF%CE%B1.ent_-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Heart problems due to Sleep apnoea.ent\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10772\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Heart problems due to Sleep apnoea<\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Liver problems.\u00a0People with sleep apnea are more likely to have abnormal results on liver function tests, and their livers are more likely to show signs of scarring.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Sleep-deprived partners.\u00a0Loud snoring can keep those around you from getting good rest and eventually disrupt your relationships. It&#8217;s not uncommon for a partner to go to another room, or even on another floor of the house, to be able to sleep. Many bed partners of people who snore are sleep-deprived as well.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Results_of_prolonged_sleep_apnoea\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: verdana, geneva;\">Results of prolonged sleep apnoea<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">People with sleep apnea may also complain of memory problems, morning headaches, mood swings or feelings of depression, a need to urinate frequently at night (nocturia), and a decreased interest in sex.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt;\">Children with untreated sleep apnea may be hyperactive and may be diagnosed with attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row pix_padding_top=&#8221;pix-top-no-padding&#8221; pix_padding_bottom=&#8221;pix-bottom-no-padding&#8221; gradient_colors=&#8221;%5B%7B%7D%5D&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Contact us&#8221; color=&#8221;turquoise&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-phone&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:%2Fen%2Fcontacts||target:%20_blank|&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Book an appointment&#8221; color=&#8221;turquoise&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-calendar&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:%2Fen%2Fappointment||target:%20_blank|&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Get directions&#8221; color=&#8221;turquoise&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-map-marker&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fdir%2F%2FEyiasis%2BENT%2BAcupuncture%2C%2BGeor.%2BDrosini%2B16%2C%2BKifisia%2B145%2B62%2F%4038.0718225%2C23.8122364%2C15z%2Fdata%3D!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x14a19edf40479729%3A0xa4593bd0e0aed04b!2m2!1d23.8122364!2d38.0718225||target:%20_blank|&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Snoring is the hoarse or harsh sound that occurs when breathing is obstructed in some way while sleeping. 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