Pediatric sleep disorders
Pediatric sleep disorders, like sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome and insomnia, can profoundly affect your child's behavior, health and mood. Our sleep specialists, called somnologists, offer a range of treatment options.
Pediatric sleep specialists in Asheville, North Carolina
We understand the importance of a healthy sleep routine for your child.
Sleep disorders get in the way of a restful night — for you and your child. At Mission Children's Hospital, located in Mission Hospital, our pediatric sleep specialists work to uncover the source of your child's condition so they can have sweet dreams again.
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Signs your child may benefit from a sleep study
If your child is experiencing any of the following symptoms, they may benefit from a sleep study:
- Academic problems
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Behavioral issues
- Inability to fall asleep
- Inability to stay asleep
- Large tonsils or adenoids
- Night terrors
- Poor growth
- Prolonged enuresis (bed wetting)
- Sleep walking
- Snoring
- Uncontrolled nightmares
Our pediatric sleep services
Our sleep center has been providing the region with high-quality care for decades. We have a multi-disciplinary team that helps restore your child's healthy sleep routine by using the latest medical advancements.
Pediatric sleep studies
While your child's treatment plan may include lifestyle changes, medications and, if needed, surgery, their journey begins with a sleep study. During this overnight evaluation, small electrodes are placed on your child to record how they sleep. Our specialists will continuously monitor brain activity, breathing patterns, heart rate and eye and muscle movements. At every step, we are committed to ensuring your child is cared for and comfortable.
Obstructive sleep apnea treatment
Our neurologists, psychiatrists and respiratory specialists know that sleep apnea is an obstacle to good sleep. There are two types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea (CSA).
OSA is caused by a blockage in the airway, so our doctors may recommend continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy for children with this condition. The CPAP mask gently blows pressurized air through your child's nose to help them maintain an open airway.
Less common than OSA, CSA occurs when there's a pause in breathing during sleep. If your child is a premature infant with CSA, our specialists might recommend supplemental oxygen until their breathing matures. A CPAP machine could be another option, depending on what's causing their condition.
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