Symptoms

During sleep, signs and symptoms of pediatric sleep apnea might include:

• Snoring
• Pauses in breathing
• Restless sleep
• Snorting, coughing or choking
• Mouth breathing
• Nighttime sweating
• Bed-wetting
• Sleep terrors

Infants and young children with obstructive sleep apnea don't always snore. They might just have disturbed sleep.

During the day, children with sleep apnea might:

• Perform poorly in school
• Have difficulty paying attention
• Have learning problems
• Have behavioral problems
• Have poor weight gain
• Be hyperactive

When to see a doctor

Make an appointment with your child's doctor if your child consistently wakes up in the morning feeling tired and has behavioral problems.