Severe snoring causes sleep deprivation for both the snorer and the sleeping partner. The effects of sleep deprivation are:
- Daytime sleepiness
- A compromised immune system and slower healing
- Poor mental and emotional health
- Lack of smooth functioning of the body
- Decreased productivity
- A negative mood
- Low energy
- Unclear thinking
- Slower reaction time
In addition, snoring, because of reduced oxygen going to the brain, can lead to
- Premature death
- Type II Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Hypertension
- Stroke
- Heart disease
Chronic snorers are often middle-aged and overweight, and snoring may indicate a more serious underlying medical problem. Snoring can also be a symptom of sleep apnea, which is life-threatening. If you are a severe snorer, see a doctor so you can rule out any serious health problems that are a result of or a cause of the snoring.
