Snoring and sleep apnea in Guadalajara
Do you snore loudly or stop breathing during sleep?
Dr. Karla Sanz, Otolaryngologist and Sleep Medicine specialist, evaluates the nose, palate, throat, and upper airway to identify the physical causes of snoring and guide you to a restful and safe sleep.
Common Signs of Sleep-Disordered Breathing
Evaluate your sleep symptoms during the night and day to identify potential airway obstruction:
Loud, Disruptive Snoring
Persistent snoring that disturbs your partner or can be heard through closed doors, often indicating airway resistance.
Witnessed Breathing Pauses
Moments during the night where you stop breathing for several seconds, followed by sudden gasps or choking sensations.
Unrefreshing Sleep & Fatigue
Waking up feeling exhausted despite sleeping normal hours, leading to severe daytime fatigue and lack of energy.
Morning Headaches & Dry Mouth
Waking up with a dull headache, dry throat, or sore mouth due to mouth breathing and low oxygen levels during the night.
Why Evaluate Snoring with an Otolaryngologist?
Snoring and apnea are not simple habits; they are mechanical and dynamic problems involving the anatomy of the upper airway. During the consultation, Dr. Karla Sanz examines key areas: the nasal structure (deviated septum, allergic rhinitis, or swollen turbinates) that blocks airflow, the throat and palate (floppy soft palate, long uvula, or flaccid tissues), and the tongue base and tonsils that narrow the throat during sleep.
As a specialist with a subspecialty in Sleep Medicine and Rhinology, Dr. Karla Sanz combines both clinical views. While a sleep study (polysomnography) measures the severity and frequency of your apneas during the night, the physical exam in the office locates the exact site or sites where physical airway obstruction occurs.
This comprehensive evaluation allows us to guide you toward the correct treatment path (such as CPAP, mandibular advancement devices, or functional surgery) to achieve safe results and restore your quality of rest.
How much does a sleep evaluation cost in Guadalajara?
Transparent, ethical cost structure for your sleep health assessment
Consulta de Valoración Especializada
Evaluación clínica integral de oído, nariz, garganta y vía respiratoria superior. Incluye tu historia clínica detallada, examen físico y la orientación del plan terapéutico inicial.
$1,000 MXN
The initial sleep evaluation consultation is priced from $1,000 MXN. This appointment includes a detailed clinical history, physical ENT examination of the upper airway, and guidance on diagnostic options.
Sleep Studies: If obstructive sleep apnea is suspected, we will guide you on undergoing a sleep study (polysomnography or home respiratory polygraphy) with trusted external laboratories. The study is quoted and billed independently by the provider.
Devices & Treatments: The consultation does not include the cost of sleep studies, CPAP equipment, or mandibular advancement devices.
Aviso de Consulta Presencial: El canal de WhatsApp es de carácter estrictamente administrativo para agendar y cotizar. Por ética médica y normatividad legal, no se realizan diagnósticos ni se prescriben tratamientos a distancia.
Steps of your sleep evaluation consultation
Clinical Sleep History
Detailed evaluation of daytime symptoms (fatigue, sleepiness), nighttime habits, and partner reports.
Physical Upper Airway Exam
Meticulous examination of the nose, palate, uvula, and tonsils to detect physical obstructions.
Diagnostic Guidance
Defining whether you need a sleep study (polysomnography) and explaining how to undergo it.
Management options for snoring and sleep apnea
Conservative Treatments
Allergy management, sleep hygiene adjustments, weight control, or mandibular advancement devices.
Sleep Study & CPAP Guidance
Interpreting sleep studies (PSG/polygraphy) and guiding you through the setup and optimization of CPAP therapy.
Surgical Alternatives
Indicated for specific anatomical blockages (deviated septum, tonsil hypertrophy) or when CPAP is not tolerated.
Your path to a safe and restorative rest
Schedule Consultation
Request your sleep evaluation via WhatsApp and share your symptoms.
ENT Evaluation
In-office physical assessment of your nose, throat, and sleep habits by Dr. Karla Sanz.
Sleep Study (If Indicated)
Undergo a nocturnal sleep study at home or in a laboratory with trusted providers.
Treatment Plan
Establish the best treatment path (medical, CPAP, or surgery) based on study findings.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Follow up on your adaptation to treatment and ensure the restoration of healthy, restful sleep.
Dra. Karla Sanz
Otorrinolaringóloga y Cirujana de Cabeza y Cuello
Médica cirujana egresada de la Universidad de Guadalajara, especialista certificada por el Certificada por el Consejo Mexicano de Otorrinolaringología y Cirugía de Cabeza y Cuello. Su práctica clínica y quirúrgica prioriza el diagnóstico responsable, combinando la salud y funcionalidad respiratoria con resultados estéticos naturales y equilibrados.
Frequently asked questions about snoring and sleep apnea
Respuestas y aclaraciones sobre tu cirugía de nariz y valoración clínica.
Does loud snoring always mean I have sleep apnea?
How is sleep apnea definitively diagnosed?
What treatments are available for snoring and apnea?
Does surgery cure sleep apnea?
Can sleep apnea or lack of rest cause dizziness and instability?
Última revisión y actualización de contenido: Junio 2026. Esta información tiene fines únicamente orientativos y no sustituye la valoración médica presencial.
Sleep Disorder Risk Self-Assessment
Select the symptoms you frequently experience while sleeping or during the day to obtain a preliminary recommendation:
Simple Snoring vs. Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Learn to differentiate common nighttime noise from a serious respiratory condition:
Simple Snoring (Common)
Noise produced by the passive vibration of the throat's soft tissues as air passes through. It does not interrupt breathing or fragment sleep.
- ✔ Constant intensity or soft, intermittent sound
- ✔ No breathing pauses or silent episodes
- ✔ The patient wakes up feeling rested and energetic
- ✔ No immediate cardiovascular risks
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Occurs when throat muscles relax so much that the airway physically collapses, stopping air flow for several seconds and causing drops in blood oxygen levels.
- ✘ Very loud snoring interrupted by silent pauses
- ✘ Breathing pauses or choking gasps while sleeping
- ✘ Fragmented sleep, daytime fatigue, and headaches
- ✘ Increases risk of hypertension, heart attacks, and diabetes
Ear, nose, or throat discomfort?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Karla Sanz.