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I am having snoring issue in night
I am having snoring issue in sleep night since 4-5 months
My weight is 80 kg. I want remedy for the same
Kindly help
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Consult ENT specialist for this. Better to visit nearby hospital for in person examination
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Need lifestyle modification and you have to reduce weight, avoid heavy meal in Night and avoid pillow during sleep...which can help you..
You if don't feel any resolution after that Consult.
Consult for better and further treatment
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Please consult a physician physically for clinical examination.
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Snoring can occur due to weight, sleep position, or nasal/throat blockage. Try sleeping on your side, avoid late-night heavy meals, and maintain a healthy routine. For proper assessment and suitable treatment, please consult me directly.
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Do the following,
1. ABG early morning at 7am
2. Overnight Oximetry test
3. Blood pressure check, ECG, TSH blood test
4. Weight reduction if possible
All the best.
J G S R clinic
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed free discussion
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Common reasons include:
1. Weight-related airway narrowing
• Extra fat around the neck compresses the airway.
• Even mild weight gain can trigger snoring.
2. Nasal blockage
• Allergies
• Deviated septum
• Chronic sinus congestion
3. Sleeping posture
• Sleeping on the back causes the tongue to fall backward and block the airway.
4. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (important to rule out)
Suspect this if:
• Loud snoring every night
• Daytime sleepiness
• Morning headache
• Sudden choking or gasping during sleep
Next Steps
Step 1: Check your risk
If you have any of these:
• Neck circumference >40 cm
• BMI >27
• Daytime fatigue
• High BP
Then a sleep study may be needed.
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Step 2: Immediate home remedies
These work in most mild snoring cases:
Sleep position
• Sleep on your side, not on your back.
Weight reduction
• Even 4–5 kg weight loss can reduce snoring significantly.
Nasal care
• Steam inhalation at night
• Saline nasal spray before sleep
Sleep hygiene
• Fixed sleep time
• Avoid heavy meals 2–3 hours before bed
Health Tips
• Use a slightly higher pillow or anti-snore pillow.
• Avoid alcohol or sedatives at night.
• Do throat exercises:
• Repeatedly pronounce “EEE” sound for 5–10 minutes daily.
• Tongue and soft palate exercises help reduce snoring.
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When to see a doctor
Consult a doctor if:
• Snoring is loud and daily
• You feel tired despite full sleep
• There are choking or breathing pauses during sleep
You may need:
• ENT evaluation
• Sleep study (polysomnography)
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Ideal weight guidance
If your height is around:
• 165 cm → ideal weight: 58–65 kg
• 170 cm → ideal weight: 62–70 kg
• 175 cm → ideal weight: 68–75 kg
Even small weight loss improves snoring.
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Most snoring cases are reversible with weight control, nasal care, and sleep posture changes. Only a small percentage require medical devices or procedures. If you start the lifestyle steps now, you may notice improvement within a few weeks.
If you’d like, tell me your height and any other symptoms, and I can calculate your exact risk for sleep apnea.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Not uncommon
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Have to reduce weight
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Weight loss
Brisk walk 30 minutes per day
Avoid oily and junk foods
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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