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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]]. The irregular airflow is caused by a blockage, due to causes including: | |||
* 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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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 structures are usually the uvula and soft palate. The irregular airflow is caused by a blockage, due to causes including:
- 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.
According to Dr. William C Dement, of the Stanford Sleep Center, anyone who snores and has daytime drowsiness should be evaluated for sleep disorders.