It has been estimated that roughly 30–50 % of the US population snore and almost one-third suffer from sleep apnoea. However, only 5 % have been diagnosed and treated.1, 2 Snoring and sleep apnoea result from obstructed airways. This can be an outcome of many different factors, such as anatomic deviations, tumours, polyps, allergies, large adenoids and tonsils, a large uvula or a long soft palate.3–6 Heavy snoring is sometimes called “heroic” snoring and may affect bed partners, even causing marital conflict...
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