Although a person with sleep apnea does not necessarily die while sleeping, the risk of death increases significantly if sleep apnea is untreated. The reason people with sleep apnea do not usually die in their sleep is that when the brain senses that it doesn't have enough oxygen, it alerts the body to wake up.

Can you die if you snore?

Severe sleep apnea carries a significant risk for early death, but even mild to moderate sleep disorders can be related to heart disease, reduced sexual function, and other problems. Snoring causes more harm than just keeping your partner up at night. It also increases the risk of stroke, and other diseases.

Can snoring be life threatening?

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Snoring may not only keep your partner up at night - it can also be a sign of a serious, life-threatening condition. Snoring usually happens when the airway is partially blocked due to nasal congestion, enlarged tonsils or alcohol.