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Pediatrics - Three Types of Sleep Apnea

Central Apnea - part of brain doesn't start or maintain the breathing process properly - neurological causes have OSA

Mixed (combination of Central and Obstructive) - can occur when child is asleep or awake

Symptoms of OSA in Children

Snoring, Labored Breathing, Gasping for Air, Sleeping in Unusual Position
Falling Asleep or Excessive Daydreaming
Daytime Fatigue
Excessive Sweating during Sleep
School or Other Behavioral Problems
Restless Sleep
Difficult to Wake Up
Headaches in the Morning
Irritable, Aggressive or Cranky
Bed-Wetting by School-aged Children

As many as 45% of Down-Syndrome Children have OSA

Should I Worry If My Child Snores? It Depends

20% of Normal Children Occasionally Snore
7-10% Snore Nightly
Children Who Snore Face TWICE as Much Risk of Being Inattentive
and Hyperactive
2 Types of Snoring - Primary - not harmful; OSA
Sleep Apnea is present in up to 3% of School-aged Children
OSA Peaks in Children 2-5 years of age

ADHD and Sleep Apnea

ADHD and Sleep Apnea
ADHD Affects Between 4 and 12% of School-aged Children
Sleep Disturbances Act as Imitators of ADHD
Research Suggests That ADHD and Sleep Apnea Are Related
Sleep Study should be done to Determine if ADHD or Sleep Apnea

Common Sleep Disorders in Teens

Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome - affects 7% of Teens; they feel wide awake until 3am.
Narcolepsy (A Genetic Disorder) - An MSLT (Multi Sleep Latency Test) will be needed in order to diagnosis

Signs & Symptoms of a Sleep disorder in a Teen

Snoring, Labored Breathing, Gasping for Air
Emotional and Behavioral Problems
Habitual Napping
Struggling to Stay Awake while reading, watching T.V. and/or Attending Class

Do You Think Your Child May Have A Sleep Disorder?

Keep a Journal
- How Many Hours Did He/She Sleep?
- How Many Times Did He/She Wake?
- Did You Hear Your Daughter/Son Snoring, Stop Breathing.
Contact Your Doctor
Have a Sleep Study