2023-08-03 06:21:03
Sleeping with your mouth open is not without consequences. This can lead to a dry mouth and throat, but also promote the appearance of cavities. But why do some people sleep with their mouths open? Several reasons can explain this phenomenon.
nasal obstruction
Mouth breathing is often linked to a respiratory infection or inflammatory disease, such as asthma, sinusitis, allergies, or the common cold. The nasal passages being obstructed, the sleeper will compensate for the lack of oxygen by inhaling and exhaling naturally through the mouth during sleep.
Taking certain medications
Certain treatments can also cause nasal congestion, such as antidepressants, anti-inflammatories, and blood pressure medications, explained to the HuffPost Dr. Charles Ebert, Medical Director of Ear, Nose and Throat Allergy Services at UNC School of Medicine (USA).
Tobacco use
This phenomenon can also be associated with smoking. This is because cigarette smoke can cause inflammation and irritation of the nasal mucous membranes, leading to reduced airflow through the nose.
sleep apnea
It can also be due to sleep apnea, which affects nearly 4% of the population in France. People who suffer from this disorder, which is manifested by repeated and uncontrolled interruptions of breathing during the night, indeed tend to breathe with their mouths open.
sleep on your back
The position on the back is often considered the most optimal. It relieves the spine, the neck, and gives a healthy glow on waking because the face is not compressed once morest the pillow. However, this position promotes snoring and breathing through the mouth.
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