Ms. Maria A, Pulido M.D. Consultant ENT

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  Breathe Well, Sleep Well, Look Well

  A blocked nose is a common condition that affects 10-40% of the population. It’s commonly caused by either swelling of the nasal...

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  Snoring

  Regular snoring affects up to 10% of the world population mainly between the decades of the 40s to 60 years frequently preceded by weight gain.

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  Habitual Snoring is this normal and what to do?

  Habitual snoring affects up to 10% of the world population mainly between the decades of the 40s to 60 years frequently preceded by weight gain.

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Tips & Trends - Did You Know?

• There are factors that make us more likely to snore

  Shape of the nose, excess weight around the neck, enlarged tonsils, ageing, drinking alcohol Snoring is not normal!  It can lead to an underlying health condition called Sleep Apnoea

• Snoring might be nothing more than an unwelcome sound that disrupts a bed partner’s sleep.

  However, sleep apnoea can cause serious health problems

• Up to 40 % of the adult population snores, so if you’ve been told you’re a snorer, you’re not alone!

  Snoring can prevent you from getting good rest and if you have a bed partner, there’s a good chance that one of you will be a noisy sleeper. Let us help!

• What makes us snore? We don’t all snore in the same way

  For some, it originates in the nose, while for others it comes from the throat. During sleep, the muscles in our throat relax which can cause the airway to partially close. As a result, the air vibrates when it crosses the throat tissue thus creating the characteristic sound of snoring.

• Good sleep allows for physical and mental restoration.

  Disrupted sleep could make you prone to weight issues, mood disorders, underperformance in everyday activities, driving, concentration tasks and inability to be at most lucid.

• Waking up many times every night affects the quality of your sleep

  This can lead to daytime tiredness, lack of concentration and energy. This doesn’t just make us tired or grumpy but is also associated with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure amongst others. Fortunately, this condition is highly treatable.

• Discover the benefits of getting enough sleep!

  Finding a Snoring or Sleep Apnoea treatment that works for you can have a real and positive impact on your day-to-day life.

• Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep?

  Do you lack energy or concentration during the day? Have you noticed the impact snoring might have on your health, your relationships with others and your well being? If so, you’re not alone. We’ll help you understand the importance of good sleep and help you achieve it.