British man dies after using tampons to stop snoring
Man's tragic death from using tampons to stop snoring
A British man tragically lost his life after inserting tampons in his nose in an attempt to stop snoring.
Mark Gleeson, aged 26, visited a doctor regarding his severe snoring, which had started after a road accident caused sinus issues.
His mother, Vera, mentioned that the family initially found his snoring amusing, but the doctor reportedly said there was little they could do. Afterward, Mark discussed potential solutions with his girlfriend, Tracey Lambert.
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The couple considered using tampons to block the noise. Unfortunately, this idea turned fatal when Mark fell asleep with tampons in his nose.
An inquest in January 1996 revealed that on the night before his death, Mark and Tracey had spoken about using tampons. Tracey noted that Mark drank some wine, took sleeping tablets, and fell asleep on her Surrey sofa. When Tracey returned, she found him dead with tampons in his nose.
Pathologist Dr Peter Jackson identified asphyxiation, partly due to the tampons, and noted that the sleeping tablets exacerbated his breathing issues. Coroner Michael Burgess ruled the death accidental.
Snoring often links to obstructive sleep apnea, a sleep disorder. Apple aims to help detect this with its new Apple Watch Series 10. Men are more prone to snoring and sleep apnea than women. The Mayo Clinic suggests lifestyle changes like losing weight, avoiding alcohol before bed, treating nasal congestion, and not sleeping on one’s back.
Medical devices and surgery are also options for some, though they might not suit everyone.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Science Forums: A 26-year-old man suffocated to death in his sleep due to a blocked nose caused by tampons, despite medical websites stating people can breathe through their mouth, highlighting a contradiction in medical information.(read more)
- The Herald reports on the tragic death of Mark Gleeson, 26, who suffocated while using tampons to cure his snoring.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What happened to Mark Gleeson?
Mark Gleeson died after inserting tampons in his nose to stop snoring.
Why did Mark Gleeson use tampons in his nose?
He used tampons to try and stop his severe snoring.
What caused Mark Gleeson’s death?
His death was caused by asphyxiation due to tampons and sleeping tablets.
What are some recommended treatments for snoring?
Treatments include losing weight, avoiding alcohol, treating nasal congestion, and not sleeping on your back.
Can doctors suggest other options for snoring besides lifestyle changes?
Yes, medical devices and surgery are also options, though they may not be suitable for everyone.
