While snoring is often associated with 'winter dryness' or 'nasal congestion,' many people also suffer from it from the rainy season through midsummer. The Association for Snoring and Apnea Improvement surveyed 200 people aged 20–60 nationwide who are aware they snore or have been pointed out by family members.
The results revealed a 'hidden group' where snoring worsens in summer, with about 30% noticing the deterioration but failing to take specific measures. The survey uncovers the reality of 'summer snoring' caused by AC usage and summer-specific fatigue, along with the underlying lifestyle challenges.
Survey Summary: - 30.5% answered that their snoring 'worsens in some years' or 'worsens every year' during summer (rainy season to midsummer). - The top cause for summer snoring worsening is 'summer fatigue/accumulation of tiredness' (16.0%), followed by 'dryness due to air conditioning' (14.5%). - 24.8% of respondents said they are 'doing nothing in particular' to address summer snoring, with many only 'adjusting the air conditioning.' - About 80% have 'never considered/do not feel the need' to consult medical institutions regarding summer snoring or sleep problems.
Survey Details: Q1: Do you feel your snoring changes by season? 34.0% feel it changes, while 30% 'had never thought about it.'
Q2: Do you feel your snoring worsens or becomes more severe in summer? About 30% notice worsening in summer (28.5% 'sometimes,' 2.0% 'every year').
Q3: What do you think causes your snoring to worsen in summer? Top causes include 'summer fatigue/fatigue accumulation' (16.0%), 'dryness from AC' (14.5%), and 'sleeping with mouth open' (12.7%).
Q4: What measures are you taking for snoring or sleep in summer? 'Doing nothing in particular' is the most common answer (24.8%). Most measures taken are simple ones like 'adjusting AC' or 'posture.'
Q5: Have you ever considered consulting a medical institution? 55.5% have 'never considered' it.
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: Survey