Causes of snoring – what causes it and when does it require treatment?
The causes of snoring stem from obstructed airflow through the upper airways during sleep. When these airways become narrowed, air flows more rapidly and causes the soft tissues of the throat to vibrate. Most commonly, these are the soft palate, the uvula and the back of the throat. It is the vibrations of these structures that produce the characteristic sound of snoring. Under normal conditions, the airways remain clear for […]