Snoring is a common condition with specific anatomic roots. Snoring can have many causes and can sometimes be a sign of a serious medical condition. Some of these causes include mild allergies, the presence of cysts, thick tissue in the throat or neck, and a deviated septum.
Snoring can also indicate sleep apnea, a serious condition that deprives the patient of adequate rest. With this condition, you actually stop breathing momentarily; and even though the moment is brief, it decreases the amount of oxygen available to your body. Left untreated, sleep apnea can contribute to high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease, workplace or motor vehicle accidents, increased risk of heart disease, and more. Around 3 percent of the general population experiences obstructive sleep apnea.
At Dr. Steven Bramwit, M.D. of Stamford ENT, we have years of experience in diagnosing and treating sleeping disorder for patients across Greenwich, Stamford, CT; Westchester, CT and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re struggling with loud snoring or a sleep condition, our ear, nose, and throat specialist will find the root of the problem. Sleep is crucial to your overall health and well-being. When you’re not getting enough sleep, it’s time to schedule an appointment at our office.
Our ear, nose, and throat specialist will examine your tonsils, adenoids, uvula, and soft palate to determine the right treatment for your condition. Depending on the severity of the snoring or sleep condition, they may request in-depth imaging to see if there's a blockage in your airway. In some cases, loud snoring is caused by swollen tonsils or adenoids. Enlarged tonsils and adenoids can obstruct the drainage area, which causes a sinus infection to develop. Our ear, nose, and throat specialist have a number of treatment options for people struggling with sinus infections.
Each patient is different, which is why our ear, nose, and throat physician will do their best to identify and treat the cause of your snoring or sleep apnea. If you're struggling with sleep issues or frequent sinus infections, it's time to schedule an appointment with our ear, nose, and throat specialist. To learn more about our services and treatment options, contact our ear, nose, and throat offices in Greenwich and Stamford, CT.
The physicians at Stamford ENT - Head and Neck Surgery specialize in Otolaryngology, commonly known as ENT. Otolaryngologists treat medical and surgical conditions of the ears, nose, and throat (ENT), and the head and neck areas.
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