Snoring Symptoms & Conditions

Snoring and Sleep Apnea Symptoms

Do you snore loudly or wake up feeling tired, irritable, or unrested? These may be signs of sleep-disordered breathing, including sleep apnea or a nasal obstruction. At Austin Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic, our experienced ENT specialists offer comprehensive evaluations and sleep apnea treatments for patients in Austin, TX, and surrounding communities. Our goal is to help you breathe better at night—so you can feel better every day.
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Do I Have a Sleep Disorder?

Occasional snoring is common. However, frequent, loud, or disruptive snoring may signal an underlying medical condition that could affect your overall health, mood, and quality of life. You may benefit from a sleep evaluation if you experience:
  • Extremely loud snoring
  • Frequent or incessant snoring
  • Interrupted or restless sleep
  • Daytime fatigue or sleepiness
  • Gasping, choking, or pauses in breathing
  • Morning time dry mouth or sore throat
  • Morning headaches
  • Irritability, difficulty concentrating, or mood changes
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What Is Causing My Snoring?

Snoring occurs when airflow through the upper airway is partially blocked. Identifying the cause of the blockage is key to successful treatment. Common causes include:

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

A serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts due to partial or complete obstruction of the airway.

Nasal Congestion or Obstruction

Allergies, sinus infections, nasal polyps, or chronic congestion can reduce airflow through the nose, causing mouth breathing and snoring.

Deviated Septum

When the cartilage between your nostrils is displaced, narrowing one or both nasal passages. This can lead to chronic snoring, sinus issues, and sleep disruption.
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Choose Us for a Sleep Disorder Evaluation

At Austin ENT Clinic, our board-certified otolaryngologists perform comprehensive evaluations to determine the cause of your snoring or sleep-related symptoms. Your personalized evaluation may include:
  • A physical exam of the nose, throat, and airway
  • A review of sleep habits and symptoms
  • Imaging or endoscopic assessment of the nasal passages
  • Referral for a sleep study (polysomnography), if needed
Based on your results, we will create a custom treatment plan that may include:
  • Lifestyle modifications (e.g., weight loss, sleep positioning)
  • Nasal or sinus treatments
  • CPAP therapy or oral appliances
  • Surgical options for structural obstructions or severe cases

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