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Tonsillectomy/sleep Apnea
Read all 11 responses: "My oldest son is 12 and will be having his tonsils and adenoids (if they can find them) out in July after we have all lost count of ...
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- Which hospital will he be recovering in? I ask because most of them will allow you to spend the night with him. It might make both of you feel better being close to ea...
- I'm a night shift nurse at Children's Hospital in St Paul. I frequently take care of the children staying overnight after haveing a tonsilectomy. Some things you might...
- HI, I to have a 12 yr. old daughter, she also has had strep many times, and her doctor also thought about removing her tonsils at one point. But Over the years as s...
My 3 Year Old Snores, Is This Normal???
Sleep apnea is a serious condition and snoring is a behavior which results ... You should definitely seek help because sleep apnea that is not treated can ...
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- Sleep apnea is a serious condition and snoring is a behavior which results from sleep apnea. Please see a pediatric otolaryngologist (ENT) and advocate for a "sleep s...
- See if you can get a referral to a pedicatric ENT. My son's wonderful (and adorable) doctor referred him to the one he used for his own son because he says he does not...
- I would take him to an ENT just to be certain. My son was a big snorer and he had sleep apnea. he would be exhausted in the mornings after having been in bed for 12 ho...
Why Does This Happen?
It may not be that you have sleep apnea but it sounds like it's definantly ... Sounds like you may have sleep apnea. I would contact a sleep specialists and ...
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- Please talk with your Dr. This could be caused by several issues, but it really would be best to talk with a professional. My husband began activity during the night...
- sounds like sleep apnea. I would go and get a sleep test and see what is happening. If it is apnea that can cause stokes b/c your brain is not getting enough oxygen. H...
- This has happened to me a few times before, but never while sleeping. I've been talking or laughing and all of a sudden it's like I'm choking, throat burns, can't brea...
3 Month Old Takes "Cat Naps" During the Day and It's Driving Me Crazy!!!
What has her doctor said about the acid reflux and apnea? .... This is not sleep apnea this is a baby, its what they do.. calm down and go with the flow. ...
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- This is very normal at this age.. I have an 8 month old (also a preemie) and she cat naps all morning and finally started a decent afternoon nap about 2 months ago....
- This is not sleep apnea this is a baby, its what they do.. calm down and go with the flow. I am a mother of 7 so I have a huge bit of experience in this department. My...
- Hi A., I HIGHLY recommend the book "Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child" by Dr. Marc Weissbluth for sleep training. I have used this book since my 2 1/2 yr old daughter...
Desperately Seeking Silent Nite
he might be willing to have a sleep study to see if he has apnea. ... What your describing sounds like sleep apnea which is not good for a person. ...
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- Sure does sound like he has sleep apnea. I don't think I spelled it correctly. My husband was the exact same way. I also am a horribly light sleeper so I understand...
- Ok read your post and just had to pass this tidbit along...I saw this on a morning show months ago and thought how funny! But apparently it works, it was tried on seve...
- I would suggest getting him to go a sleep specialist because he might have sleep APNEA which is where he actually stops breathing during his sleep which is what it sou...
Sleep Apnea - CPAP Machine - What Should I Get?
Read all 5 responses: "I've just been diagnosed (through 2 sleep studies) that I have sleep apnea. My doc wrote a perscription for the machine.
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- sleep apnea is a medical condition. It should be covered under your medical insurance. You might call them to see if they have a list of devices that they cover ((or...
- I just bought one for my mom and she loves it. If you get a doctor's prescription for the machine your insurance should cover most of it. They are "sold" on a "rent to...
- My husband uses a CPAP machine. It took a little getting used to straps around his head while he slept and not having full range to turn over any direction because of ...
Preemie Apnea / AOP
Read all 23 responses: "Anyone had an experience with this? My daughter was born early @ 35 weeks and has been in NICU for 11 days already.
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- Hi, L.! My youngest daughter was also born early, at 35 weeks. She spent 14 days in NICU at Presby Dallas. She also had bradycardia/apnea. The doctors never recomme...
- I just wanted to give you a BIG HUG! Most preemies dont go home until close to their due-date, so give her some time. She will get it down and be home with you soon. W...
- Bless you and your little one. My granddaughter was born at 25 weeks. She to had the same issue which is normal. They said she would gradually succum this as time ...
Sleep Apnea in Toddlers?
Read all 16 responses: "Does anyone have experience with or heard of sleep apnea in a toddler? I have a 22 month old who snores like a chainsaw even when ...
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- M. I have a 30 months year old son that was born at 31 weeks and I have been concerned about the way he sleeps. He is a little different, he takes 4-5 hour naps durin...
- M., Are you using natural cleaning products in your home? Sometimes the chemicals from cleaners can cause breathing issues. Or if he has dust alergies, the bed is...
- My daughter was the same but also got sick/ear infections. We ended up with an Ear/Nose/Throat doctor who took her tonsils and adenoids out. She also ended up with t...
3 yr.old Son May Need Tonsillectomy/adnoidectomy for SLEEP APNEA, ANY INFO?
Read all 13 responses: "My son has been having sleep issues for around 6 months now. He is a very restless,light sleeper and wakes up atleast once a night.
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- S., I would definitely seek a 2nd opinion if your pediatrician is not willing to send your son for a sleep study, as that is the best (if not only) way to diagnose sl...
- My daughter had her tonsils/adnoids out when she was 2-1/2. She had sleep apnea and ate minimally as her tonsils were so enlarged that it was difficult for her to eat...
- Hi S. If you feel unsure about this you can check with a Pediatric Sleep Disorder Doctor. Abington Memorial Hospital has one and she is great. Her name is Jacqueline ...
6 Year Old Snoring
My son went through the same thing because he has such bad allergies so I had him tested for sleep apnea. It is very common but also very dangerous if not ...
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- Hi S. - snoring is not healthy for anyone, especially for a child that is not breathing well in her sleep due to the snoring - it is called sleep apnea. you should ta...
- My son was almost 7 y/o when they decided to have his tonsils and adnoids removed. Besides the history of strep, he snored bad and had night terrors. Along with that h...
- That would be the first thing I'd look at. My son had his adenoids out at 16 months and the snoring stopped. Also, acid reflux/GERD is a known culprit for snoring. ...
