Snoring & Sleep Apnea
Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea affects millions, often without them knowing.
This short, evidence-based questionnaire is based on the STOP-BANG screening tool. It is not a diagnosis, but it can help you understand whether it may be time to speak with a specialist.
Snoring is caused by the vibration of relaxed tissues in the throat during sleep, often due to narrowed airways. It’s common but can be a red flag for underlying issues.
Snoring means you may not get the amount of oxygen you need for a healthy night’s sleep, making you tired and grumpy.
Yes. Snoring can be a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea, where airway obstruction intermittently interrupts breathing during sleep.
Not all snorers have OSA, but almost everyone who has OSA snores.
OSA is a serious sleep disorder where the upper airway collapses during sleep, blocking airflow and causing breathing pauses, called apneas, lasting 10 seconds or more.
It can happen when muscles relax too much, the tongue falls back, or excess tissue narrows the airway.
The key difference from snoring is that snoring alone may not stop breathing, but OSA does — often 5–30 times per hour or more.
An average 80% of cases remain undiagnosed, meaning millions suffer silently without treatment. Reasons include dismissing snoring as normal, lack of awareness, or symptoms mimicking stress or depression.
Many people try over-the-counter remedies that do not address root causes, delaying proper care.
Undiagnosis issue
Untreated OSA is associated with a 2–3x higher risk of heart disease.
Mental health
OSA can contribute to increased anxiety, mood changes, and cognitive decline.
When you sleep with your mouth open, you’re missing out on one of your body’s best natural systems. Nasal breathing, especially at night, is much better for you than mouth breathing for several simple reasons:
Talk with your doctor about your symptoms and your self-test results.
A home sleep study can help determine whether you may have sleep apnea.
Treatments may include oral appliance therapy, CPAP, or lifestyle changes.
