Snoring happens when your throat gets a little sleepy and doesn’t open fully at night. Think of it like someone trying to push through a narrow door, the more squished they are, the louder the noise! When you sleep, some muscles in your throat relax and might even fall into a slumber of their own. That can cause a blockage or a vibration that makes a snoring sound.
Examples
- A man drinks wine before bed and snores loudly enough to wake his wife up.
- A child with large tonsils snores all through the night.
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See also
- What Is the Difference Between Light Sleep and Deep Sleep?
- Why Do Some People Snore Like Bulls?
- What Is the Science Behind Why We Snore?
- Why Do We Snore and What Can Be Done About It?
- Why Do We Breathe in Different Ways When We Sleep?