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Snoring can be a problem for anyone suffering with it, but it can be even worse for your spouse. Studies have shown that bedmates of someone who snores can lose about 1 hour of sleep every night. This problem is known as Spousal Arousal Syndrome - it can cause your spouse to wake up as many as 21 times per hour, not letting them get a good night's sleep.

After a lying awake all night because of your spouse's snoring, you will no doubt feel tired and irritable throughout the day, a problem that becomes more serious as time goes on.

A recent survey showed that as many as 80% of couples where one is a snorer sleep apart. This can have a negative effect on the happiness of a marriage and the sex life.

If a snoring problem is having a negative effect on your relationship, it needs to be addressed. Here are a few things you can do to tackle the problem:

Start by talking openly about the problem with your mate. A lack of communication will ensure a similar lack of solution.

After initiating a dialogue on the subject, consider available solutions and possible causes of the problem. Snoring can result from being overweight, taking antihistamines, using sleeping pills, drinking alcohol, and sleeping on your back.

Once you determine what is causing the snoring, you will be able to get rid of it more effectively. Attaching a tennis ball to the snorer's pajamas, for example, could be all that is necessary to stop someone from snoring if it is being caused by them sleeping on their back.

If you roll on your back in the night, the discomfort will make you automatically roll back onto your side.

Regardless of the cause of the snoring problem, it's always best to consult with a health care professional to get an informed opinion about the cause and the best treatment.

About the Author

Snoring is just one of several sleep apnea symptoms. Learn more about some of the other warning signs of a sleep apnea problem at the Apnea Guide website. Visit http://www.apneaguide.com for more information about how to know if your snoring is a sign of something more serious.

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