Snoring can lead to obstructive sleep disorders and apnoea

The recurrent vibrations caused by snoring can lead to injuries in the upper airways of people who snore heavily. This, in turn, can cause swallowing dysfunction and render individuals more vulnerable to developing obstructive sleep apnoea. These findings are reported by researchers at UmeÃ¥ University, Sweden. Their on-going research focuses on the processes behind vibratory damage and healing of the upper airway tract. The data generated will help identify people at high risk of developing sleep apnoea and to find novel treatment strategies. “Besides the disturbing effects, constant snoring can be a significant health risk. Nonetheless, there are indications that