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writes:Does anyone have any advice for my situation?I have been with my boyfriend only a few months. I am 23 he is 27.His an amazing guy and we get along like a house on fire. My problem is, he snores at night and i cant sleep! His a bit overweight and is working on it, I stayed with him last night and i was awake all night! He knows its a problem and he feels upset and embarresed about it, im his first gf and his scared its putting me off (which it isnt) and i try to reasure him that it will be okay, his going to see a specialist about it, but until then, im going insane sleep deprived whenever i stay with him! Does anyone have any suggestions? A partner with the same problem? I dont know what to do, i dont want to tell him i dont want to sleep with him but iv had to take 2 sick days from work in the last month because iv been so tired :(
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reader, So_Very_Confused  +, writes (10 December 2012):
 I snore
so does my hubby now...
I try to fall asleep before him. when one of us snores we tend to make them roll over...
Does he snore on his back only? if so make him roll over... if it's on his side or his belly too... yes a workup is in order.. he may have sleep apnea which is very unhealthy to have and can cause problems....
Ear plugs may help but I've never used them...
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reader, tennisstar88 +, writes (10 December 2012):
 Those nose strips do work. I did have an ex finance who snored horribly, due to previously having his nose broken.
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reader, cindypookie +, writes (9 December 2012):
i'll advice you to discuss this is with him. Secondly, STRESS,TIRING,WORKING LONG HOURS contributes to his snoring. Cuz he ain't got enough time to rest.AVOID ALCOHOL or REDUCE ALCOHOL. alcohol reduces the tone of the muscles in the back of the throat, making it more likely to snore; Drinking alcohol 4-5 hours before bedtime makes the snoring worse.Most importantly, his possition in bed, Lying on his back is NOT advisable. Make sure he should sleep on his SIDE. He should get a BODY PILLOW (FULL LENGTH PILLOW THAT SUPPORTS THE ENTIRE BODY).Get you some EAR PLUGS my sister. while waiting . GOOD LUCK.
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reader, TasteofIndia +, writes (9 December 2012):
 Honestly, when my fella is sick and starts snoring - I can't sleep either. My first tactic is to poke him, or push him a bit to get him to change positions. If that's not working, I sleep on the couch. Earplugs could help, but I find that they usually don't cut out enough of the noise...
I've seen those little nose strip things? I don't know if they actually work... but maybe go to a pharmacy and ask them if they have any over the counter remedies.
Make sure he carries out with the specialist! Until then try a few methods for cure and if they're not working - go into another room. You need your sleep!!
I feel for you. Good luck! :)
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reader, EbonyBlossom  +, writes (9 December 2012):
 Youwish has a great idea with the ear plugs! There are also probably tips online about how not to snore. I think sleeping on your back makes you snore more so you could try and convince him to sleep on his side. But if that doesnt work, I would just suggest sleeping in a seperate bed, at least until hes seen the specialist. You would be surprised as to how many couples do this! And apparently it doesnt get in the way of other bedroom activities ;-)
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reader, YouWish +, writes (9 December 2012):
 Two life-saving words: Ear Plugs. I need them twice per year when my husband's allergies flare up and make both of us miserable for a couple of weeks when his blocked-up sinuses cause him to snore like a chainsaw when he usually doesn't.
Otherwise, you're simply not going to be able to stay with him unless he has a guest room. I have a good friend with a husband who is a chronic snorer, and they sleep in two separate rooms except for "conjugal visits" before bedtime.
If his snoring is caused by weight issues, a trip to the doctor to work out a weight-loss plan and some help with the air passages is the other thing to do, but seriously. Get some ear plugs and you'll sleep like a baby!
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