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Can sleep apnea in children cause developmental delays?

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Dr. Michael Wolfe answered

Specializes in Head & Neck Surgery

Learning disabilitie: Sleep apnea has been shown to increase the risk of learning disabilities. There is also a risk of behavioral problems similar to adhd. There area my things that can lead to troubles learning, behaving, and socializing. Be sure all things are investigated and don't rely on one solution to answer all the questions.

Answered 9/6/2019

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Yes: Sleep apnea causes less rest and sleep which can have multiple effects. It will not stop development but not sleeping and resting could cause development ot slow down a bit.

Answered 9/6/2019

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Yes: Most of the times this kids by mistake diagnose with adhd and treat them for that instead of their sleep apnea.

Answered 3/21/2018

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Dr. Anna Meyer answered

Specializes in Pediatric ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

no data on this: Sleep apnea in children has been linked to adhd-like behavior and other behavioral problems, problems with school performance, and poor concentration, but not developmental delays. Children with global delays, especially motor delays, are more likely to have sleep apnea because of problems with their neurologic system.

Answered 10/18/2013

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