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==Pathophysiology== | ==Pathophysiology== | ||
Snoring is the vibration of respiratory structures and the resulting sound, due to obstructed air movement during [[Breath|breathing]] while [[sleep]]ing. The sound may be soft or loud and unpleasant. The structures are usually the [[Palatine uvula|uvula]] and [[soft palate]]. | Snoring is the vibration of respiratory structures and the resulting sound, due to obstructed air movement during [[Breath|breathing]] while [[sleep]]ing. The sound may be soft or loud and unpleasant. The vibrating structures are usually the [[Palatine uvula|uvula]] and [[soft palate]]. Irregular airflow may be caused by a blockage and is often due to conditions such as: | ||
* Throat weakness causing the throat to close during sleep | * Throat weakness causing the throat to close during sleep | ||
* Mispositioned jaw, often caused by tension in muscles | * Mispositioned jaw, often caused by tension in muscles | ||
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Snoring is usually an involuntary act, but may also be produced voluntarily. | Snoring is usually an involuntary act, but may also be produced voluntarily. | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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Pathophysiology
Snoring is the vibration of respiratory structures and the resulting sound, due to obstructed air movement during breathing while sleeping. The sound may be soft or loud and unpleasant. The vibrating structures are usually the uvula and soft palate. Irregular airflow may be caused by a blockage and is often due to conditions such as:
- Throat weakness causing the throat to close during sleep
- Mispositioned jaw, often caused by tension in muscles
- Fat gathering in and around the throat
- Obstruction in the nasal passageway
Snoring is usually an involuntary act, but may also be produced voluntarily.