Growth of Tonsils and Adenoids
Snoring in children occurs when the upper airway narrows making it difficult to breathe normally.This can be caused by :
1) Enlarged tonsils and/or adenoids.
2) Obstructed nasal passages.
3) Growth of tonsils and adenoids characterized by varying degrees of airway blockage during sleep which can lead to decreased oxygen intake , poor sleep , developmental, behavioural and health issues.
Symptoms
1) Pauses in breathing
2) Restlessness
3) Behavioural issues Children with obstructive sleep apnoea may have behavioural problems like hyperactivity, irritability (or)aggression
4) Daytime sleepiness
5) Bedwetting
6) Mouth breathing
7) Drooling of saliva from mouth in sleep