Sleep Disordered Breathing
for Children

Your kids may suffer from Sleep Disordered Breathing in which your child’s breathing is completely or partially blocked during sleep. This is a serious condition and it may happen several times a night during sleep. There are some basic differences between Sleep Disordered Breathing in Kids and in adults. Adults who are suffering from Sleep Disordered Breathing may have daytime sleepiness. However, kids are more likely to have behavioral problems. Early diagnosis and proper treatment of Sleep Disordered Breathing for Children are important to prevent certain complications.

During night, symptoms of pediatric sleep disordered breathing might include:

  • Snoring and disturbed sleep
  • Pauses in breathing
  • Restless sleep
  • Snorting, coughing or choking.
  • Mouth breathing
  • Nighttime sweating
  • Urine at bed
  • Bad dreams

During the day time, symptoms of
pediatric sleep disordered
breathing might include:

  • Poor concentration in study
  • Have trouble paying attention
  • Learning problems
  • Behavioral problems
  • Abnormal weight gain
  • Be hyperactive

If your child wakes up in the morning feeling tired and has disturbed sleep on a regular basis, make an appointment with one of our sleep dentists.

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