The following are the most important diseases or complications that can be caused by rhonchopathy (snoring) as well: Psyche – Nervous System (F00-F99; G00-G99). Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome – characterized by obstruction (narrowing) or complete closure of the upper airway during sleep; most common form of sleep apnea. Social isolation Central sleep apnea syndrome – … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Complications
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body weight, height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin and mucous membranes Pharynx (throat) [upper airway changes?, obstructed nasal breathing?] Auscultation (listening) of the heart. Auscultation of the lungs Palpation (palpation) of the abdomen (abdomen) (tenderness?, knocking … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Examination
The diagnosis of snoring is made on the basis of the patient’s medical history, physical examination, and examination findings from a sleep laboratory.
Optional medical device diagnostics – depending on the results of the history, physical examination, laboratory diagnostics, and obligatory medical device diagnostics – for differential diagnostic clarification. Laryngoscopy (laryngoscopy) – for clinical suspicion of laryngeal snoring; may be combined with drug-induced sleep endoscopy (MISE) Cardiorespiratory polygraphy (examination in a sleep laboratory is used to detect breathing … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Diagnostic Tests
Depending on the underlying cause of snoring, ENT surgery may be appropriate. For example, malpositioning of the nasal septum (with concomitant obstruction of nasal breathing) or excessively large soft palate can be corrected. If the soft palate represents the suspected source of snoring, surgical procedures on the soft palate should be offered for therapy if … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Surgical Therapy
To prevent rhonchopathy (snoring), attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors. Behavioral risk factors Stimulant use Alcohol – evening alcohol consumption Sleeping in the supine position Being overweight (BMI ≥ 25; obesity) Medication Taking sedatives (tranquilizers and sleeping pills) such as benzodiazepines.
The following symptoms and complaints may occur together with rhonchopathy (snoring): Leading symptom Rhonchopathy (= sounds caused by the pharyngeal muscles slackening in the sleeping person, causing the uvula and soft palate to flutter in the air being breathed). Accompanying symptom Dry mouth in the morning Note: Snoring may be one of the symptoms of … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs
Pathogenesis (development of disease) Snoring occurs when the upper airway narrows during sleep due to relaxation of the muscles. The airflow causes vibration of the soft tissues in the pharynx (soft palate sounds), which is manifested as snoring. Soft palate snoring is a relatively low-frequency sound (<500 Hz); tongue base snoring is much higher frequency. … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Causes
Precisely fitted dental splints can counteract the falling back of the tongue during sleep, preventing airway constriction and the snoring that results. The following provides more information on this topic: Mandibular advancement splints (UPS) are prescribed for snoring. Similarly, they can also be used for sleep apnea syndrome if it is mild in severity or … Snoring: Dental Splints
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of rhonchopathy (snoring). Family history Social history Current anamnesis/systemic anamnesis (somatic and psychological complaints) [anamnesis collection including bed partner]. Has your bed partner noticed snoring? If so, every night? Intermittently? Has your bed partner noticed that your snoring is explosive (“explosive snorer)? Has … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Medical History
Psyche – Nervous System (F00-F99; G00-G99). Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (complaint caused by cessation of breathing (apneas) during sleep – due to obstruction of the airway). Central sleep apnea syndrome (symptom caused by respiratory arrests (apneas) during sleep – due to damage to the central nervous system). Symptoms and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings not … Snoring (Rhonchopathy): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis
