Our time of sleep is so important in restoring our physical and mental well-being. For our children, it is also an important time for growth and development for their young bodies. Studies are reporting, that six months after children have had surgery for sleep disordered breathing, experienced a clinically significant improvement with oppositional behavior, inattention, and hyperactivity. The University of Kansas reports that the children had maintained the behavior changes for up to three years after the surgery. "While you cannot say the adenoidectomy and tonsillectomy directly translate into behavioral change, it does so through improving sleep, Dr. Wei said. "Quality of sleep and everything about sleep in a child can significantly influence their daytime behavior."
If your child is struggling to breathe while sleeping, you will want to discuss this issue with their doctor to review what options that you have for your child. Research the pros and cons of the surgery to determine if this is an option you would want to consider.
Sweet dreams,
Gina
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