Snoring is a common condition that affects over 90 million Americans. Snoring can have many causes and can sometimes be a sign of a serious medical condition. Some of these causes include mild allergies, the presence of cysts, thick tissue in the throat or neck, and a deviated septum.
Snoring can also indicate sleep apnea, a serious condition that deprives the patient of adequate rest. When obstructive sleep apnea occurs, the tongue is sucked against the back of the throat. This blocks the upper airway and airflow stops. When the oxygen level in the brain becomes low enough, the sleeper partially awakens, the obstruction in the throat clears, and the flow of air starts again. Not breathing - even momentarily - decreases the amount of oxygen available to your body.
Those who experience sleep apnea may also suffer from daytime sleepiness, depression, and loss of concentration. If you snore or have sleep apnea,
call the team at Greenwich ENT. We offer solutions for those in the
Stamford, CT;
Greenwich, CT, and
Westchester, NY communities.
Since each case is unique, scheduling a consultation with an ENT doctor is the best way to identify and treat the underlying causes of snoring or sleep apnea. Exams such as imaging tests may be used to get a look at your airways. Your tonsils, adenoids, uvula, soft palate, nasal passages, and sinuses may also be examined to determine if they are causing any obstructions.
When you are ready to seek treatment for snoring or sleep apnea, do not hesitate to contact the team at Greenwich ENT. Our ear, nose, and throat doctor can provide a precise diagnosis and management plan to keep sleep disorders from affecting your health and quality of life.
Call today.
Serving Greenwich, CT, Stamford, CT & Westchester, NY
- Elise Cheng, MD
Audiologists
Greenwich Office
49 Lake Avenue, Suite 103
Greenwich, CT 06830
Phone: (203) 869-2030
Fax: (203) 869-9262
Stamford Office
125 Strawberry Hill Ave., Suite 103
Stamford, CT 06902
Phone: (203) 348-7797
Fax: (203) 964-3140