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How is primary snoring different from sleep apnea?

April 26, 2017Apnea different primary sleep Snoring

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How is primary snoring different from sleep apnea?

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In primary snoring, oxygen levels are maintained at a normal level and there is not a significant airway obstruction. In addition, the obstruction is not enough to cause arousal and sleep is not disrupted. In sleep apnea, there is partial obstruction of airflow that causes oxygen levels to drop.