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Five Common Sleep Disorders in Children

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Sleep disorders can disrupt the good night’s sleep that children need. Here is some information about some common sleep disorders in children and how parents can help kids get the proper amount of sleep. If your child has been experiencing any of these more common sleep disorders, implementing some of these easy changes should help eliminate these occurrences and allow your little one to get the good night’s rest that they (and you!) need. If you are looking for a Sleep specialist doctor near me . Contact us today to schedule an appointment. . 

Sleep Apnea: The Basics

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Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder wherein breathing repeatedly stops and starts while sleeping. It can cause people to snore loudly, and they often feel tired even after a full night of sleep. What are the types of sleep apnea, and how can they be combatted? Types There are three common types of sleep apnea: Obstructive sleep apnea: This more common form of sleep apnea occurs when throat muscles relax during sleep. Central sleep apnea: Central sleep apnea occurs when the brain doesn’t send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing. • Complex sleep apnea syndrome: Also called treatment-emergent central sleep apnea, this condition occurs when someone has both obstructive and central sleep apnea. Symptoms and Complications Because symptoms of the types of sleep apnea overlap, determining which type of sleep apnea you have can be difficult. Here are some of the most common symptoms: Loud snoring (often more prominent in obstructive sleep apnea) Breathing cessation episodes duri