Welcome back to the Heart Guardian podcast for a Healthy Heart, powered by the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences and Madhubak Institute of Preventive Cardiology. I'm your host, Dr. Aman Kapoor. In today's episode, we delve into a topic often associated with memes and jokes, yet also a significant cause of marital discord and family breakdowns: snoring.

Joining us is renowned Cardiologist with 4 decades of experience Dr Jagdish Hiremath

Snoring ranges from mild rumbling noises to thunderous sounds that disturb others. While snoring might seem harmless, it can indicate underlying health issues. Today, we explore when snoring should be taken seriously and what it could mean for your health.

Highlights of This Episode:

1. Understanding Snoring:
   • Snoring is a common occurrence that varies from light rumbling to loud noises.
   • It often disrupts the sleep of partners, family members, or friends, leading to playful ridicule or serious marital discord.
2. Causes of Snoring:
   • Being overweight, consuming alcohol, or taking sedatives can exacerbate snoring.
   • The mechanics involve air gushing through relaxed throat muscles during sleep, causing vibrations.
3. When Snoring Indicates a Problem:
   • Snoring can be a natural part of deep sleep or indicate a serious condition like Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
   • OSA is characterized by repeated stops in breathing during sleep, leading to a lack of oxygen and potential heart and lung complications.
4. Medical Insights from Dr. Jagdish Hiremath:
   • Dr. Hiremath explains that OSA can lead to pulmonary hypertension, heart strain, and other serious health issues.
   • Diagnosing OSA involves sleep tests, lung function tests, and echocardiography.
5. Treatment and Prevention:
   • Weight loss, using CPAP machines, and medical interventions can significantly improve symptoms and overall health.
   • Early diagnosis and treatment of OSA are crucial to prevent long-term complications.

Key Takeaways:

• Snoring is not just a source of annoyance; it can be a sign of serious health problems.
• If you or a loved one snore frequently, it's essential to seek medical advice to rule out conditions like OSA.
• Awareness and timely intervention can prevent severe health issues and improve quality of life.

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Tags:

• Snoring
• Obstructive Sleep Apnea
• OSA
• Heart Health
• Lung Health
• Preventive Cardiology
• Dr. Aman Kapoor
• Heart Guardian Podcast
• Sleep Disorders
• Pulmonary Hypertension