Snoring
Other Treatment
Other treatment for snoring includes continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), oral breathing devices, and nasal strips.
Nutritional counseling can help people who snore and are overweight.
Other Treatment Choices
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the preferred treatment for sleep apnea. In rare cases, CPAP is considered for snoring. For information on CPAP, see the topic Sleep Apnea.
Oral breathing devices sometimes can treat snoring, especially if it is caused by jaw position during sleep.
Nasal strips to reduce snoring are available in most pharmacies. Nasal strips widen the nostrils and improve airflow.
What To Think About
Many products claim to cure snoring. While some of them may provide some help, others may be of no value or may be harmful. Even if a product helps reduce your snoring, it is important to see a doctor, because snoring is the main symptom of sleep apnea, a potentially serious condition. For more information, see the topic Sleep Apnea.
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| Author: | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS | Last Updated: January 30, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Jan Ulfberg, MD, PhD - Sleep Disorders | |
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