Is ventilator therapy effective for snoring?

Nov 27, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I snore quite severely. I’ve heard that a ventilator (CPAP machine) can treat snoring—does it actually work?

Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Deng Xuanbi
Hello, CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) therapy is highly effective for snoring. Severe snoring may lead to obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and even hypertension. This condition impairs both pulmonary ventilation and gas exchange, resulting in systemic hypoxia. Particularly severe cerebral hypoxia can cause excessive daytime sleepiness, stupor, or even deep coma—posing a life-threatening risk. CPAP therapy helps eliminate carbon dioxide retained in the lungs and improves pulmonary ventilation, thereby alleviating systemic hypoxia and reducing complications associated with snoring. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!