To be sure, loud snoring is a nuisance to the ones who have to sleep through it.  Snoring is so irritating that, according to the Department of Health, it is a source of tension among couples and sometimes even a relationship breaker.

Often though, loud snoring can be more than just a nuisance, it can be a sign of a serious health problem.  And given that 45 percent of adults snore and more than 25 percent of adults are habitual snorers, snoring is more than a mere nuisance.