4 Most research has noted an increasing trend of snoring among younger generations (aged 30–50 years) as well as older ones (aged >65 years). 5 , 6 , 7 Snoring affects approximately 30% of middle-aged men and 20% of middle-aged women, respectively. 8 It is essentially an abnormal respiratory sound occurring during sleep and is the earliest and most consistent sign of upper airway dysfunction.
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