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My son is 4 years old n snores everynight.no gaps in between.continues snoring.he is skinny.loud enough to hear him from other room.should i worry osa?
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Could be: Probably due to hypertrophy of adenoides.
Answered 4/23/2014
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Hmmm: Have the pediatrician take a look. They might want the ENT to take a look as well. Osa in kids can occur but your first concern is putting your mind at rest and making sure your child is getting a good night's sleep.
Answered 6/10/2014
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