Snoring in Children
- child snores most nights of the week..
- or snoring is very noisy.
- and routinely sleeps with his or her mouth open, and chin
- or neck extended.
- he/she pause or gasp while sleeping.
- or have daytime fatigue and poor daytime
- performance, creating concentration or attention
- issues ,are irritable, aggressive or cranky.
- daydream frequently throughout the day.
- and sleep excessively during the day.
- they are difficult to wake up in the morning, even after
- significant amount of time to sleep.
- requently wet the bed past age 9, or if not been
- wetting the bed and the problem suddenly reappears.
- struggle in school or have a hard time paying attention.
These are the indicaters of PROBLEMATIC SNORING in your child and should be taken seriously by parents! Talk to your Pediatrician if you notice these red flag signs!
WHAT MIGHT CAUSE A CHILD TO SNORE?
According to studies the most typical cause of snoring in children are large tonsils and adenoids, often a source of bulky tissue in the throat.
- Other causes are: Allergies
- Throat infections
- Asthma
- Deviated septum
Some children who snore as a result of a nasal obstruction like allergies may benefit from medications which can include a nasal steroid, an antihistamine, or even salt water nasal sprays.
CAN SNORING BE SERIOUS? YES,For up to 10% of children who snore, it can be a sign of a more serious problem, like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This condition can cause pauses in breathing or periods of decreased airflow in and out. If left untreated, it can have long-term effects.- The good news is that studies have shown that heart and lung problems and learning difficulties related to a child’s snoring or obstructive sleep apnea are reversible. Dr Deepa Aggarwal #Best Paediatrician #mayom hospital #snoring #mouth breathing #apnea