ENT Specialist :: Texas / Conroe, TX / Spring, TX / Cleveland, TX / Dr. Franklin Douglis, Board Certified in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery / Ear Nose Throat Allergy Snoring Center /

		Snoring affects millions of people of all ages, both male and female. However, there are now many treatments available to relieve this condition. Snoring can be caused by a variety of problems, such as obstructed nasal airways, bulkiness in the throat tissue or a deviated septum. When air is obstructed from flowing freely through the passages, snoring occurs. Loud snorers may be suffering from a sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). A person suffering from OSA stops breathing repeatedly while they sleep through the night. If not treated, OSA is a serious condition that can lead to disruption of sleep patterns, daytime fatigue, high blood pressure and even heart disease or heart attack. It's important to consult a specialist if you suspect that you or someone you know may have a snoring condition or obstructive sleep apnea. A thorough examination by an otolaryngologist, such as Dr. Douglis, can determine the extent of your condition and the recommended treatment. In some cases, a sleep study may be necessary in order to grasp the severity of the problem. Treatment ranges from oral appliance therapy to surgical methods. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ON SNORING AND SLEEP APNEA