Sleeplessness has become a common problem among adults these days. Well, you will not be surprised to hear that babies also struggle with the problem of sleeplessness. While babies are generally thought to be more active and sleep better than adults, not all babies sleep as peacefully as they need to. Sleeplessness in children is known as sleep apnea. Such children suffer from restless sleep, night terrors and snoring. These factors also affect the process of their learning and development. Some other factors that can cause sleeplessness are sedentary lifestyle, prevalence of obesity and improper dietary habits.
What is sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea is a disorder characterized by repeated collapse of the upper airway during sleep that leads to complete or partial blockage of the upper respiratory tract. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common type of sleep apnea that occurs when the muscles in the back of the throat block the airway.
symptoms of sleep apnea
Below are the most obvious and common symptoms of sleep apnea:
- excessive sleepiness during the day, leading to decreased focus and concentration
- breathlessness and waking up in the middle of the night
- breathlessness all night
- dry mouth and sore throat
- Pain in chest
- morning headache
- mood swings, including frequent depression, anxiety, or extreme irritability
- restless sleep or insomnia
According to Sleepassociation.org, the symptoms of sleep apnea are not the same in children and adults. “Children with OSA may suffer from significantly reduced growth rates, inattention, hyperactivity and malnutrition,” it added. So, if you notice that your child is suffering from any of these symptoms, you must consult a health specialist as it is not going well. It can cause high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, ADHD, depression or developmental delay in your child.
Treatment
Sleep apnea can be treated with lifestyle changes, medications, and medications depending on the underlying cause of the disease.
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