Why Do People Snore?
10. Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition that causes people to wake suddenly at night because they are unable to breathe. It is only temporary and the patient will begin to breathe again as soon as they wake up, but it is common for them to be woken up several times throughout the night.
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Sleep apnea is often caused by the throats tissues collapsing back into the throat, which also causes snoring. Sometimes, it is the tongue that slips back and this has the same effect. Devices are available that help keep the tongue in place, thus helping to prevent snoring, along with the other symptoms of sleep apnea.
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