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Snoring is a major symptom of obstructive sleep apnea. But even though most people who have sleep apnea snore, not all people who

Sleep patterns naturally change as you get older. Older adults often have ongoing sleep problems. Compared to younger people

The sleep cycle is divided into two main stages: non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) and rapid eye movement (REM). Non-rapid eye

Gonioscopy is an eye examination to look at the front part of your eye (anterior chamber) between the cornea and the iris

Several oral devices have been tested to help treat people with sleep apnea or snoring. A device called a mandibular advancement

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy uses a machine to help a person who has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) breathe

Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy are surgeries to remove the tonsils or adenoids. The adenoids are above the tonsils and behind the

Information on uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea or snoring. Explains that UPPP is a

Gonorrhea tests tell if a person has this disease. They look for the bacterium, or germ, that causes gonorrhea. Testing is done on

Discusses tracheostomy to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It's done only for severe OSA. Explains that a permanent opening in