Sleep apnea is a condition that causes people to periodically stop breathing while they’re asleep. It is associated with many medical problems.
Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that causes a child to stop breathing momentarily. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Snoring is a harsh, noisy breathing caused by an improper inflow and outflow of air during sleep. Learn about causes and treatment.
Dyspnea is a medical term that describes shortness of breath, and a feeling of starving for oxygen. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Surgeries for upper aero-digestive tract are procedures to treat problems that affect such functions as breathing, speaking, and swallowing. Learn more about these procedures.
A respiratory infection that mainly affects children and causes a barking cough, hoarseness, and breathing difficulties.
Insomnia is a medical condition in which insufficient sleep causes a significant decline in daytime performance and functioning. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Restless legs syndrome is a sleep and movement disorder characterized by an uncomfortable energy that builds up in the legs. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A sleep study is a noninvasive test that electronically records activity in the brain and body during sleep. Learn about this procedure.
A pediatric sleep study is an evaluation that analyzes a child's sleeping habits in the controlled setting of a sleep lab.