Treatment Options for Sleep Apnea in Children
Some treatment options for children with sleep apnea include:
– Surgery: The main goal is to remove enlarged adenoids or tonsils that are blocking the airways
– Nasal steroids: Doctors may be prescribed these medications to help alleviate nasal congestion. Common options include budesonide or fluticasone. They can be taken topically and are only suitable for an initial period that lasts between 1 and 3 months
– Oral appliances: These devices can be worn by children during sleep to ensure the airway is open, making it easier to breathe
– CPAP or continuous positive airway pressure: In this treatment, children will wear a mask to cover the mouth and nose during sleep. This mask is connected to a CPAP machine that pumps air flows to open the airway
In addition, there are some home remedies for children with sleep apnea. These include weight loss, avoiding allergens, positional therapy, or myofunctional therapy [8]
