{"id":2295,"date":"2025-09-03T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/?p=2295"},"modified":"2026-03-27T17:21:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T09:21:30","slug":"snoring-causes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/","title":{"rendered":"Five reasons why people snore: You might think it&#039;s just because you&#039;re tired, but your body is actually crying for help!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"seo-highlight\">\n    <div class=\"seo-icon\">\ud83d\ude34<\/div>\n      <div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%9C%AC%E6%96%87%E5%91%8A%E8%A8%B4%E4%BD%A05%E5%80%8B%E5%B8%B8%E8%A6%8B%E7%9A%84%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0\"><\/span><a href=\"#article1\">This article tells you 5 common reasons for snoring.<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n&quot;Is it just because I&#039;m too tired?&quot;\u2014This is how we often comfort ourselves when we hear ourselves or our partner snoring loudly. But in reality,<strong>Snoring is not just a result of fatigue, it may also be a sign of health problems<\/strong>According to clinical studies,<strong>Snoring is associated with airway obstruction, weight, nasal structure, medication use, and even<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea\/\" title=\"Sleep apnea OSA symptoms\">Sleep apnea (OSA)<\/a><\/strong>These are all closely related. If neglected for a long time, in addition to affecting sleep quality, it may also threaten cardiopulmonary function.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"tip-text\">Recommended clinic for sleep apnea in Taipei - Feng Hua United Clinic<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 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' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%9C%AC%E6%96%87%E5%91%8A%E8%A8%B4%E4%BD%A05%E5%80%8B%E5%B8%B8%E8%A6%8B%E7%9A%84%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0\" >This article tells you 5 common reasons for snoring.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0%E6%9C%89%E5%93%AA%E4%BA%9B%EF%BC%9F%E4%B8%8D%E5%8F%AA%E6%98%AF%E5%A4%AA%E7%B4%AF%E9%82%A3%E9%BA%BC%E7%B0%A1%E5%96%AE\" >What are the causes of snoring? It&#039;s not just about being tired<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E9%81%93%E7%8B%B9%E7%AA%84%E6%88%96%E9%98%BB%E5%A1%9E\" >Narrowing or obstruction of the airways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E8%82%A5%E8%83%96%E5%B0%8E%E8%87%B4%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E9%81%93%E5%A3%93%E5%8A%9B%E5%8D%87%E9%AB%98\" >Obesity increases airway pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E9%BC%BB%E4%B8%AD%E8%86%88%E5%BD%8E%E6%9B%B2%E6%88%96%E6%85%A2%E6%80%A7%E9%BC%BB%E5%A1%9E\" >Deviated nasal septum or chronic nasal congestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E9%A3%B2%E9%85%92%E8%88%87%E5%AE%89%E7%9C%A0%E8%97%A5%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF\" >Effects of drinking and sleeping pills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%EF%BC%88OSA%EF%BC%89\" >Sleep apnea (OSA)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E6%80%8E%E9%BA%BC%E8%A7%A3%E6%B1%BA%EF%BC%9F%E4%BE%9D%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0%E5%B0%8D%E7%97%87%E8%AA%BF%E6%95%B4\" >How to solve snoring? Treat it according to the cause<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%B8%9B%E9%87%8D%E3%80%81%E9%81%8B%E5%8B%95%E6%94%B9%E5%96%84%E8%BA%AB%E9%AB%94%E7%8B%80%E6%85%8B\" >Lose weight and exercise to improve physical condition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E8%AA%BF%E6%95%B4%E7%9D%A1%E5%A7%BF%EF%BC%8C%E9%81%BF%E5%85%8D%E4%BB%B0%E7%9D%A1\" >Adjust your sleeping position and avoid sleeping on your back<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%88%92%E9%85%92%E8%88%87%E8%A6%8F%E5%BE%8B%E4%BD%9C%E6%81%AF\" >Abstain from alcohol and maintain a regular work and rest schedule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E5%B0%8B%E6%B1%82%E8%80%B3%E9%BC%BB%E5%96%89%E5%B0%88%E7%A7%91%E8%A8%BA%E6%96%B7\" >Seek an ENT specialist&#039;s diagnosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E4%B8%AD%E5%BF%83%E9%80%B2%E4%B8%80%E6%AD%A5%E6%AA%A2%E6%9F%A5%E8%88%87%E6%B2%BB%E7%99%82\" >Further examination and treatment at the Sleep Center<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E8%83%8C%E5%BE%8C%E6%B7%BA%E8%97%8F%E7%9A%84%E4%B8%89%E5%A4%A7%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA\" >Three hidden risks behind snoring<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF%E5%BF%83%E8%82%BA%E5%8A%9F%E8%83%BD\" >Sleep apnea affects cardiopulmonary function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%85%A2%E6%80%A7%E7%96%B2%E5%8B%9E%E3%80%81%E7%99%BD%E5%A4%A9%E5%97%9C%E7%9D%A1%E8%88%87%E8%A8%98%E6%86%B6%E5%8A%9B%E8%A1%B0%E9%80%80\" >Chronic fatigue, daytime sleepiness, and memory decline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E9%AB%98%E8%A1%80%E5%A3%93%E8%88%87%E5%BF%83%E8%87%9F%E7%97%85%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA%E6%8F%90%E9%AB%98\" >High blood pressure and increased risk of heart disease<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%94%B9%E5%96%84%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E7%9A%84%E6%97%A5%E5%B8%B8%E7%BF%92%E6%85%A3%EF%BC%8C%E5%B0%B1%E5%BE%9E%E4%BB%8A%E5%A4%A9%E9%96%8B%E5%A7%8B\" >Improve your snoring habits today<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%B8%9B%E5%B0%91%E6%99%9A%E9%A4%90%E4%BB%BD%E9%87%8F%E8%88%87%E9%81%8E%E9%B9%B9%E9%A3%9F%E7%89%A9\" >Reduce dinner portions and salty foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E5%AE%A4%E5%85%A7%E4%BF%9D%E6%8C%81%E6%BF%95%E5%BA%A6%E8%88%87%E7%A9%BA%E6%B0%A3%E5%93%81%E8%B3%AA\" >Maintaining indoor humidity and air quality<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/snoring-causes\/#%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%EF%BC%8C%E4%B8%8D%E5%8F%AA%E6%98%AF%E4%BD%A0%E7%9A%84%E5%9B%B0%E6%93%BE%EF%BC%8C%E6%9B%B4%E6%98%AF%E5%85%A8%E5%AE%B6%E7%9A%84%E5%81%A5%E5%BA%B7%E8%AA%B2%E9%A1%8C\" >Snoring is not just a problem for you, it is also a health issue for your whole family.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<p>\n  Today we will take you to learn more about<strong>Causes of snoring<\/strong>and<strong>How to solve snoring<\/strong>Only by finding the problem at the source in the right way can we truly improve the &quot;noise&quot; at night.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"article1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0%E6%9C%89%E5%93%AA%E4%BA%9B%EF%BC%9F%E4%B8%8D%E5%8F%AA%E6%98%AF%E5%A4%AA%E7%B4%AF%E9%82%A3%E9%BA%BC%E7%B0%A1%E5%96%AE\"><\/span>What are the causes of snoring? It&#039;s not just about being tired<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/snoring-causes-and-solutions.jpg\" alt=\"What are the causes of snoring? What should you do if you snore? Causes and solutions for snoring\" title=\"\">\n<p>\n  Many patients say during their consultation, &quot;I&#039;ve been quite tired lately, that&#039;s probably why I snore.&quot; In reality...<strong>The main cause of snoring is mostly due to narrowing or obstruction of the respiratory tract.<\/strong>, these problems cannot be solved simply by &quot;resting more&quot;.<\/br>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"solution-tip\">\n    If you or your family members snore for a long time, or even<strong>Breathing disturbances, daytime sleepiness, early awakening fatigue<\/strong>If you experience any of these symptoms, you should pay special attention to potential health problems.\n<\/div>\n\n<p>The following are common causes of snoring:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E9%81%93%E7%8B%B9%E7%AA%84%E6%88%96%E9%98%BB%E5%A1%9E\"><\/span>Narrowing or obstruction of the airways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbThe root of the tongue during sleep<a href=\"https:\/\/zh.wikipedia.org\/zh-tw\/%E8%BD%AF%E8%85%AD\" title=\"soft palate muscles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">soft palate muscles<\/a>When the degree of relaxation is too high, the airway will become narrower.<strong>The airflow produces a vibration sound, which is the snoring sound.<\/strong>.<\/br>\n  \u30fbThis situation<strong>As I get older<\/strong>Or<strong>People with insufficient muscle tone<\/strong>It is particularly common on the body.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%82%A5%E8%83%96%E5%B0%8E%E8%87%B4%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E9%81%93%E5%A3%93%E5%8A%9B%E5%8D%87%E9%AB%98\"><\/span>Obesity increases airway pressure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbExcess fat accumulates around the neck.<strong>Compression of the upper airway causing it to narrow<\/strong>, is one of the high-risk factors causing snoring.<\/br>\n  \u30fbIt has also been observed clinically that<strong>Weight gain is positively correlated with snoring severity<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E9%BC%BB%E4%B8%AD%E8%86%88%E5%BD%8E%E6%9B%B2%E6%88%96%E6%85%A2%E6%80%A7%E9%BC%BB%E5%A1%9E\"><\/span>Deviated nasal septum or chronic nasal congestion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  When nasal ventilation is restricted, the body will switch to mouth breathing, further increasing the impact of airflow on the throat.<strong>Causes vibration of the tongue base or soft palate<\/strong>.<\/br>\n  \u30fbEspecially if the nasal septum is bent,<a href=\"https:\/\/zh.wikipedia.org\/zh-tw\/%E9%BC%BB%E6%81%AF%E8%82%89\" title=\"Nasal polyps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nasal polyps<\/a>Or patients with allergic rhinitis are prone to snoring due to nasal obstruction.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E9%A3%B2%E9%85%92%E8%88%87%E5%AE%89%E7%9C%A0%E8%97%A5%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF\"><\/span>Effects of drinking and sleeping pills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbAlcohol and sleeping pills can cause excessive muscle relaxation, making the airway more likely to collapse during sleep.<strong>This can lead to increased snoring and even a risk of temporary suffocation.<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%EF%BC%88OSA%EF%BC%89\"><\/span>Sleep apnea (OSA)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  If your snoring is intermittent, or even stops for a few seconds before taking a deep breath, this may be due to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/obstructive-sleep-apnea\/\" title=\"Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)\"><strong>Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)<\/strong><\/a>.<\/br>\n  \u30fbOSA is a serious sleep disorder.<strong>Recurrent respiratory arrest can cause the body to be in a state of hypoxia for a long time.<\/strong>, which is extremely harmful to health and should not be taken lightly.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cta-buttons\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/lin.ee\/ZX6wXkc\" class=\"btn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">line reservation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E6%80%8E%E9%BA%BC%E8%A7%A3%E6%B1%BA%EF%BC%9F%E4%BE%9D%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0%E5%B0%8D%E7%97%87%E8%AA%BF%E6%95%B4\"><\/span>How to solve snoring? Treat it according to the cause<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n  After understanding the possible reasons for snoring, the next most important thing is to...<strong>Address the underlying causes of snoring rather than simply relying on anti-snoring products or sleeping pills to mask the problem.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Clinically, we develop individualized treatment plans based on the patient&#039;s physical condition, lifestyle habits, and examination results. If patients can improve their habits in daily life,<strong>Most snoring cases can be significantly improved or even cured.<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n<p>The following are common improvement methods and corresponding suggestions:<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-block\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B8%9B%E9%87%8D%E3%80%81%E9%81%8B%E5%8B%95%E6%94%B9%E5%96%84%E8%BA%AB%E9%AB%94%E7%8B%80%E6%85%8B\"><\/span>Lose weight and exercise to improve physical condition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbIf your BMI is too high, excess fat in your neck may compress your airways.<\/br>\n  \u30fb<strong>Moderate weight loss can not only improve snoring, but also improve overall cardiopulmonary function<\/strong>, prevent chronic diseases such as hypertension and metabolic syndrome.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"post-block\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E8%AA%BF%E6%95%B4%E7%9D%A1%E5%A7%BF%EF%BC%8C%E9%81%BF%E5%85%8D%E4%BB%B0%E7%9D%A1\"><\/span>Adjust your sleeping position and avoid sleeping on your back<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbWhen sleeping on your back, the tongue tends to fall back, compressing the airway and causing snoring.<\/br>\n  \u30fb<strong>It is recommended to sleep on your side, which can significantly reduce the chance of airway compression.<\/strong>You can also use a sleeping pillow designed for side sleepers to help maintain a good posture.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"post-block\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%88%92%E9%85%92%E8%88%87%E8%A6%8F%E5%BE%8B%E4%BD%9C%E6%81%AF\"><\/span>Abstain from alcohol and maintain a regular work and rest schedule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fb<strong>Alcohol and staying up late can cause excessive muscle relaxation<\/strong>, which makes the snoring worse.<\/br>\n  \u30fbIt is recommended to avoid drinking alcohol before bed and develop a regular sleep schedule to help stabilize the body&#039;s autonomic nervous system and improve sleep quality.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"post-block\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%B0%8B%E6%B1%82%E8%80%B3%E9%BC%BB%E5%96%89%E5%B0%88%E7%A7%91%E8%A8%BA%E6%96%B7\"><\/span>Seek an ENT specialist&#039;s diagnosis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbIf you suspect<strong>Deviated nasal septum, nasal polyps, rhinitis, or enlarged tonsils<\/strong>In such cases, it is recommended to consult an ENT department as soon as possible, find out the cause through endoscopy or nasal evaluation, and use medication or surgery to treat if necessary.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"post-block\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E4%B8%AD%E5%BF%83%E9%80%B2%E4%B8%80%E6%AD%A5%E6%AA%A2%E6%9F%A5%E8%88%87%E6%B2%BB%E7%99%82\"><\/span>Further examination and treatment at the Sleep Center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbIf snoring is combined with<strong>Respiratory arrest, extreme daytime sleepiness, and difficulty concentrating<\/strong>If you have any of these symptoms, please go to a sleep medicine center for treatment.<strong>Polysomnography (PSG)<\/strong>&quot;<\/br>\n  \u30fbFurther confirm whether it is obstructive sleep apnea. The doctor can recommend appropriate treatment based on the results, such as<strong>Wearing<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/cpap-machine-for-snoring\/\" title=\"CPAP (Constituent Positive Airway Pressure)\">CPAP (Constituent Positive Airway Pressure)<\/a><\/strong>, oral appliances, and can also assess whether it is caused by structural problems, such as a small jaw or narrow airway, which requires<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/choosing-orthognathic-surgery\/\" title=\"Orthognathic surgery\">Orthognathic surgery<\/a><\/strong>Treatment to completely improve.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E8%83%8C%E5%BE%8C%E6%B7%BA%E8%97%8F%E7%9A%84%E4%B8%89%E5%A4%A7%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA\"><\/span>Three hidden risks behind snoring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n  Many patients tend to regard snoring as a &quot;minor problem&quot;, but snoring may actually be<strong>Warning signs of high-risk health conditions<\/strong>You should be especially vigilant when snoring is accompanied by wheezing, sleep interruptions, daytime fatigue, or difficulty concentrating.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  These symptoms are often associated with<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/sleep-apnea-index\/\" title=\"Sleep apnea (OSA)\">Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)<\/a><\/strong>Related to this, OSA not only affects sleep quality, but also involves...<strong>Cardiovascular, metabolic and cerebrovascular, mood, cognitive function<\/strong>, and even increase the risk of dementia.\n<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/three-hidden-risks-of-snoring.jpg\" alt=\"Three hidden risks behind snoring\" class=\"mb-5\" title=\"\">\n<p>Here are three potential health risks associated with snoring:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E7%9D%A1%E7%9C%A0%E5%91%BC%E5%90%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A2%E7%97%87%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF%E5%BF%83%E8%82%BA%E5%8A%9F%E8%83%BD\"><\/span>Sleep apnea affects cardiopulmonary function<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbOSA causes recurring<strong>Apnea and hypoxemia<\/strong>, putting extra stress on the heart and lungs for a long time.<\/br>\n  \u30fbIn the long run, it may lead to<strong>Arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, and even heart failure<\/strong>And other complications.<\/br>\n  \u30fbAccording to a study in the New England Journal of Medicine, patients with moderate to severe OSA<strong>The risk of heart disease and stroke is 2 to 3 times higher than that of the general population<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%85%A2%E6%80%A7%E7%96%B2%E5%8B%9E%E3%80%81%E7%99%BD%E5%A4%A9%E5%97%9C%E7%9D%A1%E8%88%87%E8%A8%98%E6%86%B6%E5%8A%9B%E8%A1%B0%E9%80%80\"><\/span>\n  Chronic fatigue, daytime sleepiness and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/memory-decline\/\" title=\"Memory loss\">Memory loss<\/a>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbSleep fragmentation caused by long-term snoring will prevent the brain from getting a complete rest, thus affecting<strong>Attention, memory, and emotional stability<\/strong>.<\/br>\n  Many patients mistakenly believe that they &quot;sleep a long time at night but still feel tired&quot;, but in fact their sleep quality is seriously impaired.<\/br>\n  \u30fbSuch situations not only affect work efficiency, but may even increase the risk of accidents while driving or operating machinery.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"post-info-3\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E9%AB%98%E8%A1%80%E5%A3%93%E8%88%87%E5%BF%83%E8%87%9F%E7%97%85%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA%E6%8F%90%E9%AB%98\"><\/span>High blood pressure and increased risk of heart disease<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbOSA is closely related to hypertension, especially<strong>Hypertension in which blood pressure cannot drop normally at night<\/strong>, which is very common in OSA patients.<\/br>\n  \u30fbDue to repeated hypoxia at night, sympathetic nerve activity is increased, which leads to a continuous increase in blood pressure, thereby increasing<strong>Arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction<\/strong>risk.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>\n  Fenghua Joint Clinic reminds you:<\/br>\n  <strong>If you or your family members experience long-term snoring, sleep interruption, daytime sleepiness, etc., be sure to seek medical attention as soon as possible and do not wait until serious symptoms appear before taking action.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cta-buttons\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/lin.ee\/ZX6wXkc\" class=\"btn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">line reservation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%94%B9%E5%96%84%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%E7%9A%84%E6%97%A5%E5%B8%B8%E7%BF%92%E6%85%A3%EF%BC%8C%E5%B0%B1%E5%BE%9E%E4%BB%8A%E5%A4%A9%E9%96%8B%E5%A7%8B\"><\/span>Improve your snoring habits today<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n  Snoring does not necessarily require surgery or medication. In many cases,<strong>Change your lifestyle<\/strong>This can lead to significant improvement. Many patients, after diagnosis and treatment, often experience a reduction in snoring if they combine this with daily health maintenance and adjustments to their sleep environment.<strong>Significantly reduced or even completely disappeared<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few ways you can make small changes in your life today to help you sleep better and breathe easier:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"post-block\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%B8%9B%E5%B0%91%E6%99%9A%E9%A4%90%E4%BB%BD%E9%87%8F%E8%88%87%E9%81%8E%E9%B9%B9%E9%A3%9F%E7%89%A9\"><\/span>Reduce dinner portions and salty foods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbEating too much or too heavy a meal at dinner can easily cause nighttime edema.<strong>Snoring may also be exacerbated by swelling of the neck tissue compressing the airway.<\/strong>.<\/br>\n  \u00b7suggestion<strong>Have dinner 3 hours before bedtime and avoid salty and greasy foods<\/strong>, drink less water before going to bed.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"post-block\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%AE%A4%E5%85%A7%E4%BF%9D%E6%8C%81%E6%BF%95%E5%BA%A6%E8%88%87%E7%A9%BA%E6%B0%A3%E5%93%81%E8%B3%AA\"><\/span>Maintaining indoor humidity and air quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n  \u30fbAn environment that is too dry or has poor air quality can irritate the respiratory tract, causing nasal congestion or throat swelling, and exacerbating snoring.<\/br>\n  \u30fbIt is recommended to keep the bedroom<strong>Relative humidity is between 40-60 %<\/strong>, replace the air filter regularly,<\/br>\n  <strong>Avoid scented candles or strong smells<\/strong>, reduce allergens and irritants.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E6%89%93%E5%91%BC%EF%BC%8C%E4%B8%8D%E5%8F%AA%E6%98%AF%E4%BD%A0%E7%9A%84%E5%9B%B0%E6%93%BE%EF%BC%8C%E6%9B%B4%E6%98%AF%E5%85%A8%E5%AE%B6%E7%9A%84%E5%81%A5%E5%BA%B7%E8%AA%B2%E9%A1%8C\"><\/span>Snoring is not just a problem for you, it is also a health issue for your whole family.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n  <strong>If you have tried multiple methods but still have no improvement, or if you experience snoring with choking, daytime fatigue, etc.<\/strong>, it is recommended to seek professional medical assistance as soon as possible.<\/br>\n  At Fenghua Joint Clinic, we provide<strong>Complete respiratory examination, sleep disorder diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment recommendations<\/strong>, helping you truly find the root cause of snoring and protect your sleep and health.\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&quot;Is it just exhaustion?&quot;\u2014we often try to comfort ourselves when we hear ourselves or someone snoring. But snoring isn&#039;t just a result of fatigue; it could be a sign of health problems.<br \/>\nClinical studies have shown that snoring is closely linked to airway obstruction, weight, nasal cavity structure, medication use, and even sleep apnea (OSA). If ignored over a long period of time, it can not only affect sleep quality but also threaten cardiopulmonary function.<br \/>\nToday, we will take you to an in-depth understanding of the causes of snoring and the correct way to solve snoring. Only by finding the problem from the source can we truly improve the &quot;noise&quot; at night.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":2297,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2295","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-6"],"blocksy_meta":{"styles_descriptor":{"styles":{"desktop":"","tablet":"","mobile":""},"google_fonts":[],"version":8}},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2295","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2295"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2295\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2744,"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2295\/revisions\/2744"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2297"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2295"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2295"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mch-osa.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2295"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}