Stertor
Stertor
Stertor (pronounced: /ˈstɜːrtɔːr/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a type of noisy breathing. It is often associated with conditions that cause obstruction or narrowing of the upper airway.
Etymology
The term "stertor" is derived from the Latin word "stertor", which means "snoring". It was first used in the English language in the early 19th century.
Definition
Stertor is characterized by a heavy snoring or gasping sound that occurs during sleep. It is often caused by partial blockage or obstruction in the nasal passages or throat. This can be due to a variety of conditions, including sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and enlarged tonsils.
Related Terms
- Sleep Apnea: A serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person's breathing is interrupted during sleep. People with untreated sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep, sometimes hundreds of times.
- Nasal Polyps: These are soft, painless, noncancerous growths on the lining of your nasal passages or sinuses. They hang down like teardrops or grapes. They result from chronic inflammation due to asthma, recurring infection, allergies, drug sensitivity or certain immune disorders.
- Enlarged Tonsils: This condition, also known as tonsillitis, is inflammation of the tonsils caused by infection. The tonsils are two small mounds of tissue that lie at the back of the throat, one on either side.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stertor
- Wikipedia's article - Stertor
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