Snoring issues

Thanks, ladies. Truly, thank you. 🙏 👍

Larry Cruz51 said:Weight isn't always the reason behind snoring.
I know plenty of skinny people who snore.

Of course some thin guys snore—but her boyfriend wasn't snoring before, and now that he's put on a little weight... I'd say more, but I'm not about to start badmouthing her better half 😢 😁

I’ve shared quite a bit regarding unknown.
Whether you're overweight or thin, it's an issue—though it’s certainly more common among those carrying extra weight. That said, at 6'0" and 205 lbs, I wouldn't call my own weight a massive problem.

Sprays and nasal strips won't help if you're dealing with unknown... and surgeries often fail too. I know this firsthand because I undergo regular checkups for unknown and other lung issues related to asbestos exposure. I sleep with a machine in my room every night. Some people buy these incredibly expensive machines only to find they can't stand them; they aren't comfortable, and no mask feels perfect—they all leave marks on your nose, forehead, and under your eyes.

Plus, the air from the mask can blow right into your eyes, causing irritation. It's really only for the patient types who aren't bothered by every little discomfort.
I know people who bought the equipment and just let it sit there. They even tried surgeries that didn't work.

My doctors told me plainly: if I don't wear the mask, I'm looking at a heart attack or a stroke. I haven't missed a single night. Even though I'm 63 and dealing with significant health issues, I still want to prevent what I can.

If I could offer one tip, it would be this: sew a tennis ball into the middle of the back of your pajamas. It makes it impossible to sleep on your back without feeling uncomfortable.

Most people living with unknown have no idea how bad it is. Personally, my breathing stops between 350 and 500 times a night.

Before I started using the machine, I used to wake up gasping, sitting bolt upright in bed.
I couldn't catch my breath and felt completely stiff. Since starting the machine, that hasn't happened once.

Keep in mind, not every case requires a machine; sometimes it's just snoring, not unknown.

One thing that causes relaxation and triggers snoring is sleeping pills—like those used for anxiety—as well as a few beers or alcohol.

Out of the 25 pills I take, about five actually make my unknown worse, but I can't function without them, so I stick faithfully to my machine.

Nasal sprays are for congestion, not snoring. I see people selling all sorts of things here to clear airways or dental mouthguards, but honestly, it's mostly a waste of money.

The worst part is for your partner. They have to listen to all the noise, and if they're a light sleeper, it's brutal.

Try the tennis ball trick... lose some weight... and as I mentioned, avoid alcohol or sedatives unless absolutely necessary.

Good luck!

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Jamie Clark74, there is no such thing as some divine medical condition here, and he isn't suffocating in his sleep. The man is just snoring. 🙄

Jamie Clark74 probably just didn't bury him deep enough😁

Gary Jones10 said:Jamie Clark74, there’s no such thing as divine sleep apnea, and he isn't suffocating in his sleep. The guy just snores. 🙄

I never actually said he had unknown... read more carefully. I was just listing potential causes for snoring and what can be done about it. 😉

It feels like I’m sleeping next to a chainsaw; all I need is a professional mechanic to show up in the morning! Hey, everyone... any bright ideas?

Perhaps you might discover some useful information here 🙂

Thanks! I’m assuming nose surgery is the best way to go, but does anyone happen to know how much I should set aside for something like that?

I've reached my limit 😢

My husband snores incessantly... we've tried him sleeping on his back, his side—it doesn't matter—he just won't stop..

I’m waking up multiple times a night, practically shaking him awake.. begging him to just stop, but it's the same thing over and over...

Is there any way to fix this? What actually triggers that snoring reflex? 🤷

First off... snoring happens if you're carrying extra weight... but if you aren't... then the problem could easily be down to your anatomy...

See... when you lie down on your back, your tongue tends to slide back toward the throat... and here's the thing...
The soft palate comes into play... but it’s way in the back... For some people, that bone structure sits pretty low. Let's say it's just thicker—just how they were built genetically. When the tongue drops back, if that bone is positioned low, it ends up blocking the airway... and if that's what's happening, surgery might be the only real fix.
I caught this whole thing during an ENT lecture, but I'm not actually sure if the specialists handle the surgery or if someone else takes over.

Look, there's no point in begging him to stop snoring. He’d probably love to quit if he actually had any decent options available to him. I remember reading some studies suggesting that snorers don't get high-quality sleep at all... I think I even read somewhere that you don't even dream while you're snoring. Who knows how accurate that is? But regardless, it definitely wrecks the sleep quality for the person doing it.

James Cox6 said:I've reached my limit 😢

My husband snores incessantly... we've tried him sleeping on his back, his side—it doesn't matter—he just won't stop..

I’m waking up multiple times a night, practically shaking him awake.. begging him to just stop, but it's the same thing over and over...

Is there any way to fix this? What actually triggers that snoring reflex? 🤷

If I may offer a small consolation, snoring during sleep is relatively common; personally, I think it would be far more concerning if he were snoring while wide awake... you might start thinking he was actually growling at you.😢

I find myself waking up in the middle of the night, nudging him... begging him to stop, only for it to begin all over again...

Do you honestly believe he’s choosing to snore just to spite you? It isn't as if he woke up one morning and decided, "That's it, from this day forward, I shall snore in my sleep!"

If you have the option, perhaps you should consider sleeping in separate beds... it really shouldn't matter much, I suppose.

James Cox6 said:I've reached my limit 😢

My husband snores incessantly... we've tried him sleeping on his back, his side—it doesn't matter—he just won't stop..

I’m waking up multiple times a night, practically shaking him awake.. begging him to just stop, but it's the same thing over and over...

Is there any way to fix this? What actually triggers that snoring reflex? 🤷

There definitely is! Just go sleep in a different room.😁

Luckily for me, I don't snore at all!
But my old man? He doesn't just snore—he practically bellows. It's been like that forever.
He's actually underweight, and after several doctor visits, they gave him a 5 🤷
score suggesting surgery might help, but those things are just temporary fixes before everything goes back to how it was.
My mom ends up sleeping on the far side of the house, with about four doors between us!😁 😁

James Cox6 said:I've reached my limit 😢

My husband snores incessantly... we've tried him sleeping on his back, his side—it doesn't matter—he just won't stop..

I’m waking up multiple times a night, practically shaking him awake.. begging him to just stop, but it's the same thing over and over...

Is there any way to fix this? What actually triggers that snoring reflex? 🤷

I feel your pain. My boyfriend is the same way; he’s particularly bad whenever he ends up on his back. It’s just enough to jar me awake two or three times a night, leaving me completely exhausted by morning.
You can pick up nasal strips at any local CVS or some throat sprays to use before bed, though my guy has a bit of a "phobia" when it comes to anything chemical.
I once read in a health magazine that taking a spoonful of olive oil before sleep might help, but he constantly forgets to do it, so I end up being the one who takes the heat for it. 😁

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James Cox6 said:I've reached my limit 😢

My husband snores incessantly... we've tried him sleeping on his back, his side—it doesn't matter—he just won't stop..

I’m waking up multiple times a night, practically shaking him awake.. begging him to just stop, but it's the same thing over and over...

Is there any way to fix this? What actually triggers that snoring reflex? 🤷

Saw an ad today for some snoring remedy—you just spray it in your mouth and suddenly you aren't snoring anymore... Not sure where to find it or what it even costs😢....

James Cox6 As I was reading through the discussion earlier, one user noted:
I’ve reached my breaking point. I just can't do this anymore. 😢

My husband snores incessantly while he sleeps... It doesn't matter if he’s lying on his back or on his side; the snoring just keeps going and going.

I find myself waking up in the middle of the night, just pounding on it... praying for it to finally stop, over and over again.

Is there any actual solution for this? I’m trying to wrap my head around where that primal urge to snore even comes from in the first place. 🤷

Ask him if he’s actually getting enough rest when he sleeps—I mean, does he wake up feeling truly refreshed? Also, find out if he takes any naps during the day.
To be clear, one of the primary red flags for sleep apnea—whether you’re dealing with the obstructive or central variety—is heavy snoring. In many cases, that loud, disruptive snoring is actually how the condition first makes its presence known.

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Here’s my strategy: I just pinch his nose shut and hold it—it gets pretty tense, usually lasts about three hours—and then I wait... eventually he jumps up, and I just pretend to be asleep so things stay quiet. At least until I drift off myself. If that fails, I grab my pillow and blanket, slam the door hard enough to rattle the windows, and just retreat to another room. Thrilling stuff, really.

I deal with this exact same thing every single night, just all through the night. A few days ago, I picked up some ZzzQuil, and I guess I could say it helps... but also doesn't really help? It’s kind of hit or miss. Sometimes I’ll only snore for half the night, sometimes it lasts the whole time, and then there are nights where I don't snore at all, I suppose. Maybe you could give it a shot??..

Honestly, it really becomes an issue if it’s keeping you up at night. There are nights where I can't get a wink of sleep because it sounds like someone is out there sawing through wood... though for the most part, I've managed to get used to it and just tune it out. I actually struggle with snoring myself; sometimes I'll make a sound so loud it actually wakes me up. In my case, it started getting worse as the years went by and the weight crept up a bit. He’s been snoring since forever, even though he's quite thin...

I happened to catch an ad on TV recently for one of those nasal sprays, so maybe give that a shot.