Snoring

When to make a doctor’s appointment

See a doctor if:

• Excessive daytime sleepiness
• Difficulty concentrating
• Morning headaches
• Sore throat
• Gasping or choking at night

Self-care

Self-care options include losing weight, avoiding alcohol close to bedtime, quitting smoking, or sleeping on one's side. Using an external nasal dilator strip also may help.

When to make a doctor's appointment

See a doctor if:

• Excessive daytime sleepiness
• Difficulty concentrating
• Morning headaches
• Sore throat
• Gasping or choking at night