snoring problem
Snoring disturbs sleep and also indicates deteriorating health. This problem is seen more in people above 40 years of age. Both men and women snore. But do men snore more than women? Let us understand in detail what medical science says on this question. Men are approximately 2 to 3 times more likely to snore than women. Although the problem of snoring starts appearing in women too with increasing age, still men remain more affected by it. There are many reasons for this.
Experts believe that there are many reasons for excessive snoring in men. about this Professor Dr. Ravi Mehar, HOD of ENT Department, Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi. Has told.
Why do men snore more?
Dr. Ravi explains that the airway in the throat of men is thinner than that of women. This causes excessive vibration while breathing while sleeping and snoring. In women, hormones like estrogen and progesterone keep the airway muscles strong. This is the reason why snoring occurs less in women under 40, but the problem increases later on. Because with increasing age the levels of estrogen and progesterone start decreasing. One reason is that men have more fat on their neck and surrounding muscles than women. This also causes excessive snoring.
What does snoring mean?
Snoring means that your breathing path i.e. nose and throat is not completely open. Due to this, the tissue present in the throat starts vibrating while inhaling and exhaling. This is called snoring. There are many reasons for this, such as increasing obesity, tonsils, defect in the structure of nasal bone and lack of sleep.
Dr. Ravi says that occasional mild snoring is not a problem, but if this problem persists then you should definitely consult a doctor because it can be a sign of sleep apnea. In this, breathing stops for a few seconds while sleeping, which can increase the risk of heart disease.
Ways to prevent snoring
keep weight under control
Avoid alcohol before sleeping
sleep on your side
quit smoking
If there is excessive snoring then get treatment