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- Deviated septum
Dr. Fateh Alsalem
HMS Hospital, Mirdif, Dubai, UAE
+971 50 295 3644
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Persistent or loud snoring can point to a problem in the nose, throat or upper airway. An ENT assessment with Dr. Fateh Alsalem finds the likely cause, so treatment is based on what is actually happening in your airway.
Snoring happens when airflow through the upper airway makes the surrounding tissues vibrate during sleep. The cause varies a lot from person to person.
Occasional snoring is common. Tick anything that applies to you, and an assessment may be worthwhile if several do.
Tick any signs you notice. Persistent snoring, especially with other symptoms, deserves attention.
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A sleep-related breathing disorder where the upper airway repeatedly becomes blocked or narrowed during sleep. Snoring alone does not mean you have sleep apnea, but the signs on the right should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
A blocked nose makes nasal breathing harder and can lead to mouth breathing during sleep. Possible causes include:
Treating a nasal problem may help selected patients. See functional rhinoplasty and sinus surgery.
Enlarged tonsils reduce the space in the throat and may contribute to snoring or sleep-related breathing problems. This is especially relevant in children, but can also affect adults.
An ENT specialist can assess whether treatment may be appropriate. See our ENT services.
No. Surgery is only one option and isn't right for many patients. The first step is finding the likely cause and whether treatment is needed.
How often you snore, breathing pauses, nasal breathing, sleep quality and daytime symptoms, plus a nose and throat examination.
Lifestyle changes and treatment of nasal congestion or allergies where appropriate.
Further sleep assessment if symptoms suggest sleep apnea.
Addressing a specific cause such as nasal obstruction or enlarged tonsils. There is no single operation that suits everyone.
Depending on the cause, these general measures may help. If snoring continues, an ENT assessment can look for an underlying cause.
Comprehensive ENT care in Dubai, including assessment of nasal, throat and upper-airway conditions that may contribute to snoring. MRCS (ENT) Edinburgh · Arab Board · 19+ years.
Not necessarily. Loud snoring can occur without sleep apnea, but snoring with breathing pauses, choking, gasping or significant daytime sleepiness should be medically assessed.
An ENT specialist can assess whether problems with the nose, throat, tonsils or upper airway are contributing to snoring and discuss appropriate treatment options.
It may help selected patients when significant nasal obstruction contributes to their symptoms. However, snoring can have several causes.
If enlarged tonsils are contributing to airway obstruction, tonsil surgery may help selected patients. The decision requires an individual assessment.
A sleep study may be recommended when symptoms suggest obstructive sleep apnea or another sleep-related breathing disorder.
No. Treatment depends on the underlying cause, anatomy, symptoms and overall health.
Persistent snoring shouldn't be treated as a simple nuisance, especially with breathing difficulties or daytime symptoms. Find out what's causing it.
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Medical disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a substitute for an individual medical assessment or diagnosis. Treatment suitability, expected results, risks and recovery vary between patients and should be discussed with a qualified specialist.