During obstructive rest apnea, the muscles that help the delicate tissues in your throat, including your tongue and delicate sense of taste, immediately unwind. Your airway becomes constrained or closed when these muscles relax, preventing you from breathing for a while. Obstructive sleep apnea is the most prevalent of the various types of sleep apnea. This type of sleep apnea occurs when your throat muscles temporarily relax and close your airway. Snoring is an audible sign of obstructive sleep apnea.











