Same sound. Very different problem.
Steady, soft, no pauses. Same volume all night. No daytime fatigue.
Loud snoring with sudden silent pauses, then a gasp.
Witnessed breathing stops by a bed partner — even once a week is significant.
Morning headaches and a dry mouth on waking.
Daytime sleepiness despite 7+ hours in bed.
Snore loud, Tired, Observed stops, Pressure (BP), BMI>35, Age>50, Neck>16in, male. 3+ = test.
Ask your doctor about a home sleep apnea test.