Thursday, September 17, 2009

Extraordinary Snoring

Be sure to read the September Mayo Clinic Health Letter, which offers several ways to treat ordinary snoring. Suggested treatments include:

  • losing weight

  • avoiding alcohol

  • relieving nasal obstruction

  • changing sleep positions

  • stopping smoking

  • trying assistive devices

  • considering surgery
These suggestions are fine ways to help ordinary snorers, but, as Mayo Clinic suggests, snoring can be symptomatic of serious health issues.

Do you have apnea?

If you suspect that your snoring might be out of the ordinary, consider taking a sleep quiz or survey to determine whether you may have a serious disorder such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

OSA can only be diagnosed with sleep testing

You've probably heard about sleep testing in an overnight sleep center, but did you know that you can test at home instead? One nationally recognized, FDA-approved home sleep test to consider is NovaSom, a diagnostic tool that allows you to easily apply unobtrusive sensors before going to sleep. NovaSom is available by prescription only, so consult your physician to determine whether it meets your needs.

For more information on sleep apnea, visit http://www.apnea.com/.

Source: Mayo Clinic, "Ways to Quiet Ordinary Snoring"

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