{"id":58,"date":"2017-06-18T03:43:55","date_gmt":"2017-06-18T03:43:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/?p=58"},"modified":"2017-06-28T03:48:17","modified_gmt":"2017-06-28T03:48:17","slug":"sleep-apnea-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/sleep-apnea-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Signs of Sleep Apnea in Children?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"DoYour child\u2019s performance seems to be slipping at school. You also notice that they complain of headaches frequently. You\u2019ve gone to the eye doctor, but nothing\u2019s wrong there. You\u2019re at a loss as to what to do next. Did you know that your child could be suffering from sleep apnea? Here are some of the telltale signs of sleep apnea in children<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)<\/h2>\n

This is the most common form of sleep apnea in both adult and children, and it occurs when the airway is blocked, which causes your child to stop breathing during sleep. For children, tonsils or adenoids that are enlarged most commonly cause the airway obstruction. Certain medical conditions such as Downs Syndrome or Cerebral Palsy may also increase your child\u2019s risk of developing sleep apnea.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of Sleep Apnea in Children<\/h2>\n

If your child is suffering from sleep apnea, you may notice that they have difficulty concentrating or focusing throughout the day. They may also have growth issues or concerns with heart problems. Sleep apnea can also contribute to headaches and behavior issues at school or at home.<\/p>\n

Some symptoms to be aware of are:<\/p>\n