Bad vibrations. (cover story)

CONTINUOUS positive airway pressure; SLEEP interruptions; HYPERGLYCEMIA; SOFT palate; DIASTOLIC blood pressure

Snoring is often seen as a minor annoyance, but recent research suggests that it can have serious health implications. Snoring can be a symptom of sleep-disordered breathing conditions like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or hypopnea, which can lead to dangerous reductions in blood oxygen levels. Additionally, snoring has been linked to carotid atherosclerosis, a risk factor for strokes, and metabolic syndrome, a combination of obesity, high blood pressure, abnormal lipid levels, and high blood sugar. Primary snorers, who do not have OSA or hypopnea, are also at risk of hypertension. However, there is a lack of strong evidence for effective treatments for snoring. [Extracted from the article]

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