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Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Kids: Signs, Risks, and the Referral Pathway (ENT vs Sleep Study vs Allergy)

Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Kids: Signs, Risks, and the Referral Pathway (ENT vs Sleep Study vs Allergy)

Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children is a spectrum—from primary snoring to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). What makes pediatric SDB tricky is that kids don’t always look “sleepy.” Instead, they often look: The clinical goal is to answer two questions: This guide gives decision rules for parents and a clean referral map for providers. What counts … Continue reading Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Kids: Signs, Risks, and the Referral Pathway (ENT vs Sleep Study vs Allergy)