Impact of Snoring

Anyone who has ever slept near a snorer knows the most direct and obvious impact is experienced by those who are kept awake by the loud, unpleasant sound. With up to 50% of Americans experiencing some degree of a snoring problem, the common disorder causes sleepless nights and alternate sleeping arrangements in millions of households. Luckily, there are some proven remedies for snoring that can reduce its negative impacts.

For many, the effects of snoring extend well past the annoyance factor. Below are just a few of the impacts made on sufferers and their loved ones:

  • Strain in relationships: It may sound silly, but many consecutive nights of loud snoring can eventually cause discord between sleeping partners. The one who is kept awake night after night may end up resenting the snorer for their sleep deprivation; if a couple chooses to sleep apart night after night, the physical separation can cause them to drift apart.
  • Sleep deprivation: Anyone who’s ever experienced a lack of sleep knows the adverse effects experienced the next day: lack of concentration, haphazard thought patterns, irritability, slower reaction times, difficulty making decisions, and even hallucinations. When a snoring problem causes self-waking patterns throughout the night, sleep deprivation can magnify these effects, resulting in poor performance at the workplace and a lack of focus at home.
  • Greater risk of accidents: As a result of the sleep deprivation mentioned above, people who suffer from regular snoring are much more likely to be involved in a car accident or to be injured while working or participating in some other activity—an excellent reason to seek out remedies for snoring.
  • Depression: All of the adverse effects of snoring problems can combine to cause a depressed state of mind, which can in turn impact sleeping patterns and create a vicious cycle.
  • Serious health risks: If your snoring problem is a symptom of the more serious disorder of sleep apnea, it can indicate increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.An estimated 38,000 people die each year from the effects of sleep apnea.

For some people, treatment can be as simple as an oral appliance or modification of sleeping position. An initial consultation with Dr. Mark Kleive doesn’t cost anything. In his no-pressure, patient oriented practice, he will personally meet with you and talk about your concerns, symptoms and desired outcome. You know the impact your snoring has on your life currently; see how a solution will positively benefit both you and your loved ones.

Read what others have said about their treatments. Quit letting your snoring problem wreak havoc on your life. Contact Dr. Mark Kleive at (828)669-2974 to discuss effective remedies for snoring.