Definition

Snoring is the sound produced by obstructed breathing during sleep. People who snore have an increased risk of high blood pressure , heart disease , and stroke . More study is needed to determine whether those snorers at risk for more serious problems are people who have actual pauses in breathing while snoring, called sleep apnea .

Blocked Airway

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