If you snore in your sleep, you not only disrupt your own lovers sleep, it has been proven to have a harmful effect on the quality of your own sleep. Studies have proven that those who are susceptible to disturbed sleep patterns may also be more in danger of developing serious health problems.
 Individuals who are diagnosed as suffering from sleep apnea are in severe danger while asleep. They might or might not snore during sleep, but they do stop breathing for a short periods. The person is not going to be aware they may have this issue, unless of course it is noticed by their partner.

The actual diagnosis is usually confirmed over time of observation in a sleep center. Snorers are often provided with a CPAP machine in order that the person continues to breathe while sleeping.