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Sleep-disordered breathing in children

Sleep-disordered breathing is a range of breathing problems during sleep, from regular snoring to obstructive sleep apnea, where breathing pauses or becomes very shallow. Children may not look sleepy; instead, poor sleep can show up during the day as behavior, attention or mood challenges.

  • Nighttime signs
  • Daytime signs
  • What helps
  • When to reach out