Mouth breathing
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Mouth breathing | |
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Synonyms | N/A |
Pronounce | N/A |
Specialty | N/A |
Symptoms | Dry mouth, bad breath, snoring, daytime sleepiness |
Complications | Sleep apnea, dental problems, facial deformities |
Onset | Can occur at any age |
Duration | Chronic or acute |
Types | N/A |
Causes | Nasal obstruction, allergies, enlarged tonsils, adenoid hypertrophy |
Risks | Sleep disorders, dental malocclusion, speech problems |
Diagnosis | Physical examination, nasal endoscopy, sleep study |
Differential diagnosis | Allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, deviated septum |
Prevention | Treat underlying causes, nasal breathing exercises |
Treatment | Nasal decongestants, allergy medications, surgery |
Medication | Antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids |
Prognosis | N/A |
Frequency | Common |
Deaths | Rarely directly causes death |
Mouth breathing is the act of inhaling and exhaling through the mouth rather than the nose. It can be a symptom of various health conditions, or a habit developed due to certain lifestyle factors.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Mouth breathing can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Nasal congestion: This is often due to allergies or a cold, which can block the nasal passages and force a person to breathe through their mouth.
- Deviated septum: This is a condition where the thin wall between the nasal passages is displaced to one side, making it difficult to breathe through the nose.
- Sleep apnea: This is a serious sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts. It can cause a person to breathe through their mouth to get enough oxygen.
- Habit: Some people breathe through their mouth out of habit, often due to stress or anxiety.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
Common symptoms of mouth breathing include:
- Dry mouth
- Bad breath
- Snoring
- Fatigue
- Irritability
- Facial deformities in children
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for mouth breathing depends on the underlying cause. It may include:
- Nasal decongestants: These can help clear the nasal passages and allow for easier breathing through the nose.
- Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be required to correct a deviated septum or other physical abnormalities.
- Breathing exercises: These can help retrain the body to breathe through the nose instead of the mouth.
- Lifestyle changes: This can include reducing stress and anxiety, which can contribute to mouth breathing.
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