
Many parents are surprised to learn that, just like adults, children can have sleep apnea, too. This sleep-breathing disorder can cause them to not get good rest, affecting not just their mood, but their development as well. In fact, a study published in the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine in 2019 stated that between seven and 11 percent of children have a sleep-breathing disorder of some sort. Read on to learn the signs of pediatric sleep apnea and how your child may be able to benefit from treatment.
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