Category BetterSleep

Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children

Causes Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children encompasses a range of breathing difficulties during sleep, from simple snoring to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Common causes include enlarged tonsils and adenoids, which narrow the upper airway. Other contributing factors may involve obesity,…

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Introduction Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated episodes of upper airway obstruction during sleep. These obstructions lead to pauses in breathing or shallow breaths, resulting in disrupted sleep and reduced oxygen levels in the…