The Link Between Snoring And Allergies Revealed

                

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The noise that we all associate with snoring is a results of trying to force air through block or partially blocked airways. While it isn't an illness in itself, snoring is often a symptom of other conditions one of which could be an allergic reaction.

Allergic rhinitis is a condition where the membrane lining the throat and nose becomes inflamed. It's often set off by an allergic reaction to something that is inhaled. You've probably heard of seasonal allergic rhinitis - it's more commonly known as hayfever.

When the lining becomes inflamed, it causes the airway to be blocked which can lead to snoring.

Hayfever is usually caused by trees, grass or other plant pollen and it's usually a problem in the spring and summer. If you suffer from it all year (known as perennial allergic rhinitis) it's often due to dust, dust mites, mould spores or pet fur.

The symptoms of allergic rhinitis are familiar to most people:

- itchy eyes and nose
- sneezing
- red, watery eyes
- runny or plugged nose
- headache
- and of course, snoring

If you haven't been able to figure out what's causing your hayfever, your doctor may give you a skin-prick test to determine exactly what is causing it. Even then, the cause is not always easy to determine so you may not be able to get rid of the cause.

In these cases, you'll probably turn to some type of allergy medication. The problem with these medications, as it related to snoring, is that many of them contain antihistamines.

Antihistamines are often effective at treating allergies, but they're also a depressant. As such, they can lead to the muscles in your throat and neck becoming more relaxed than normal while you sleep. When these muscles relax, it can lead to more severe snoring than normal.

If you're suffering from allergies and are snoring at night, it's best to avoid antihistamines before going to bed. If you need to use any medication, try to stick to a nasal decongestant, which can help your breathing while not contributing further to a snoring problem.

As with any health concerns, if you suspect you suffer from allergies or have a snoring problem you should always consult with a health care professional to get their informed opinion.

John Lenaghan writes about stopping snoring and other snoring related topics for the Snoring Solutions website. For more information visit http://www.snoringsolutions.org

Facts About Snoring

                

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Snoring is a worldwide phenomenon with estimates of over one billion people who snore due to some sort of nasal or airway blockage. Conservative estimates indicate that the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom represent over 70 million snorers alone.

Research into the problems of snoring has in recent years made important findings and yielded to the evidence of significant problems with snoring. Findings suggest that by their early thirties, twenty percent of men snore as compared to only five percent of women. Findings indicate a dramatic increase as men and women reach their sixties indicating that sixty percent of men and forty percent of women snore.

There are obvious differences in the percentages of men and women that snore. The reason for the difference involves the size of a person?s neck, typically an effect of being overweight. Men tend to have larger necks than women do, and having a neck of 17 inches or larger makes it likely a person will snore. Surveys indicate that 80 percent of men that snore do not consider themselves to have a problem and in fact consider their spouses to be light sleepers.

Women that snore tend to be heavier and shorter than women that do not snore are. Women typically snore through their noses whereas men snore through their noses and mouths. Women are also more likely than men are to seek treatment for snoring. Women typically snore less than men due to smaller necks and larger air passages. Women also have a smaller uvula that makes them less likely to snore.

Snorers do not usually notice their own snoring and are unaware unless it is pointed out for them. Snorers also tend to be deep, comfortable sleepers. Tonsil and adenoid problems can be major contributors to the snoring of children, though studies indicate that as few as six percent of all children snore.

There is concern that the medical community does not take the area of snoring serious enough. General practitioners typically do not ask patients about their sleep. Studies indicate that of the 70 percent of patients that mention sleep problems to their doctors, only about ten percent of them attempt to seek further help. Dentists who fit patients with snoring devices do not routinely ask patients about sleeping problems.

The problem of snoring and related sleep disorders is not widely known to the medical community or the public. Both require education on the subject to orient them to this significant problem. Snoring is often considered the first sign of a sleep disorder. Sleep apnea is the most significant problem of those who snore. It is a potential danger for the person and those around them as sleep disorders represent a significant cause of vehicle accidents. Of those suffering from sleep apnea, 70 percent report having been in at least one car accident. Recent studies indicate that more vehicle accidents are caused by sleep disorders than by drunk driving.

Elizabeth Radisson is the editor of http://Snoring.OurGoodHealth.org, a website devoted to information on the causes and treatment of snoring. Also, visit http://OurGoodHealth.org for more health-related information.

Effective Snoring and Sleep Apnea Treatments

                

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There is a substantial difference in snoring and sleep apnea but, ironically, the treatments are much the same. It is first important to differentiate the two terms.

Snoring is nothing more than a vibration caused from fatty tissue rubbing against the back of the throat during sleep. It is often the cause of sleep loss, aggravation and inconvenience. Snoring alone, however, is not as dangerous as sleep apnea, which occurs when an individual stops breathing completely throughout the night. This is usually caused by a complete airway blockage resulting from tissue in the throat relaxing and cutting off the air supply. The sleep apnea sufferer awakens quickly due to their loss of air, but they may not realize what has happened. Frequent awakening, difficulty breathing or gasping for air and heavy snoring are all common signs of sleep apnea and may require an immediate need for effective snoring and sleep apnea treatments.

There are a variety of snoring and sleep apnea treatments, including changing to sleeping on your side instead of your back, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise program, ridding your home of allergens to help you breathe easier during the night, elevating your head with an extra pillow at night or the use of doctor recommended apnea treatment devices. Once a patient has been diagnosed with sleep apnea, a more aggressive series of snoring and sleep apnea treatments may be required. If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to heart disease, a stroke or other serious medical condition. Many apnea sufferers use a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine to help them receive a continual amount of air during the night, which helps to prevent the tissues in their throat from collapsing and blocking their airway causing them to stop breathing completely.

During snoring and sleep apnea treatments, sleepers need to sleep with their mouth closed or they risk losing the effects of the CPAP treatment. The Sleep Genie is a product that is designed to help improve sleep quality and allow the sleeper to rest comfortably with their mouth closed. While not intended to be used as a cure for sleep apnea, it may help to keep the sufferers mouth closed so that they can continue to receive the benefits of the CPAP machine. If the patient suffers from snoring, and not sleep apnea, the Sleep Genie is beneficial in helping to prevent snoring altogether because it is virtually impossible to snore with your mouth closed.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be used as, or in place of, professional medical advice. Before beginning any treatment for snoring, please consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and remedy.

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A Look At Free Snoring Treatments

                

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If you are on a budget, or simply don?t want to spend money without knowing if a product will be effective, free snoring treatments may be the answer you have been looking for. Free snoring treatments range from remedies that you can try at home to experimental sleep studies.

One of the best free snoring treatments that you can undergo is simply a change in your sleeping position. Rather than sleeping on your back, which is believed to be a leading cause of snoring, try sleeping on your side instead.

This is not only one of the best free snoring treatments, but also one of the quickest result producers. In fact, it may work on the first night. In addition, try sleeping on two pillows instead of one. The additional height may help to keep your air passages open, which is necessary if you want to eliminate snoring.

Weight loss is among the most healthy and free snoring treatments. Obesity is one of the leading causes of snoring and, as such, has an active role in it?s cure.

If you are overweight, or have been diagnosed with obesity, a diet and exercise program will help to prevent snoring and other medical illnesses. Weight loss is one of the healthiest free snoring treatments, which is beneficial in more ways that one.

If you have allergies, consider the possibility that you may be breathing airborne allergens that may be a cause of snoring. Why? Breathing results when airways are restricted, which is very common among allergy sufferers.

One of the best free snoring treatments available is simply the act of ridding your home of cigarette smoke, dust and pet hair. The regular use of air filtration units in every room will help to eliminate many unseen allergens.

If you have attempted home snoring remedies without success, consider a sleep study. This is an experimental study, which is often conducted by medical students and researchers, which is one of the best ways to receive free snoring treatments.

Sleep studies, when ordered by a physician, can be expensive. But, if you are fortunate enough to learn of free snoring treatments or sleep studies in your area, sign up and receive an evaluation at no cost.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be used as, or in place of, professional medical advice. Before beginning any treatment for snoring, please consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and remedy.
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Snoring- a Small Change Can Make a Big Difference

                

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 by: Kevin Meates

We all know how annoying snoring can be, both for the snorer and the partner. The effects and seriousness of snoring are becoming more apparent with snoring being linked to conditions like high blood pressure and coronary disease. The different types of snoring, range from a simple puff to a full on roar and there isnt one school of thought on the reasons behind snoring. Snoring, I believe, is a signal that the bodys systems are out of balance. Finding which system is the difficult part. But correcting the balance may not take a huge change, take the example of Andy.

Andy was in his late 30s and had snored for several years. Hes not quite sure when it started but of late the snoring had being a more regular event. He probably still wouldnt be aware of it, except it drove his wife crazy. Andy had always being active, not a football star but he liked to throw a ball around. If you asked a passerby, they wouldnt describe Andy as overweight but Andy freely admits putting on a pound a year over the past 10 years and plans to start shedding some of it sometime soon.

Every year Andy and the family, his wife and two sons go camping. They always go to the same camping ground every year and always get the same site, or there about, near the water and away from the highway. Andy doesnt believe a holiday should be hard work and the family doesnt lack for comfort with inflatable mattresses, electric cooler, color TV (just for the news) and a large three room tent. Now last year the shower block at Andys end of the camp ground was under going a major renovation for the two weeks of Andys holiday. It wasnt a major problem; it just meant that Andy had his nightly shower at the other shower block. But because Andy and his wife preferred that the boys didnt have to walk in the dark they showered a couple hours earlier than normal.

After a couple of days after arriving Andys wife Karen noted that Andy wasnt snoring nearly as badly as he normally did. On past holidays even the boys would mention how annoying dads snoring was. They too had noticed a more quiet night. Andy was pleased as he too had noticed that he awoke more refreshed in the morning and his mouth didnt feel like someone had left sandpaper in it. He didnt know what change he had made that brought this unexpected and pleasant result, but he suspected it had to do with his nightly routine, as this was the only thing that had changed.

Over the next two weeks Andy experimented with his routine and finally came to the conclusion that if he brushed his teeth several hours before going to bed rather than just before retiring he didnt snore so much, if at all, and he woke in the morning without his mouth feeling all dry.

That simple change has made a big difference to Andy and Karen. Andy deduced that when he brushed his teeth just before retiring, the toothpaste was making him a little dehydrated. It was enough to dry out the nasal passages and cause him to breathe through his mouth making the snoring noise. By brushing earlier he didnt suffer the same dehydration and was able to breathe through his nose the whole night through. Now Andy also realized that toothpaste alone shouldnt be able to have such a major effect. It was that his body was very near the balance point and the toothpaste was the final small push over the edge. Andy decided he was to close to that fine balance point and began to look at his whole diet. He has made some small adjustments to his diet. He has lost a little weight, but thats a bonus and he only now snores if he over indulges and thats usually when he catches up with college buddies twice a year.

The chance of eliminating your snoring by changing when you brush your teeth is probably less than one in a thousand. Andys problem probably is your problem. The key is to find the system that is out of balance and work to set it right. You never know, you may only need the smallest of change. Is it worth the effort? You decide.

Kevin Meates writes for http://www.snoring-solutions-that-work.com where you can find a set of strategies for overcoming all types of snoring problems.

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