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Sleep apnea is very, very common… don’t panic. Most likely they will institute something called “cpap” or “bipap” for your child if they determine she does definitely have it. Its essentially a breathing device that you wear on your face ( either nose, mouth or both) that provides a pressure (like a string wind) of air to your childs airway while she sleeps, to prevent the soft tissues in her throat from collapsing and causing apnea. While it sounds terrifying, its actually incredibly common in both children and adults. Do some research on “CPAP” and “BIPAP” and ask your physician what your child is definitely being diagnosed with and what interventions will be necessary. Ask lots and lots of questions until you feel you have e solid understanding of what your childs needs will be. But don’t panic…. sleep apnea is super common and can be treated. Hang in there..

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Answer by Dolphin_Blue21
Seen as how no one has answered this yet for you…

I haven’t had any personal experience with such things but….
If you really are concerned what it is all about and would like more information on what to expect I would recommend talking to your local baby clinic as they should be able to give you all the information that you require and offer you some suggestions on how to deal with everything.

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Answer by veritatum dilexi
It could be apnea. Try sleeping on your side from now on and see what happens. Someone has to record (video and audio) you sleeping and show it to your doctor.

Apnea usually runs in families. It could be a lot of different problems, too many to go into here and too complicated to describe.

Record; show doctor; get relief.

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Answer by Dr.dhananjaya Bhupathi
Snoring* when asleep– sleep apnea* :
1. Opium-30c, Sil-12x.
2. Snoring only when on back : Drosera-30c
•Dosage*: 4 globules t.d.s.
•All these biochemic salts/homeo medicines available @ local Homoeo shops, are safe and with side benefits. Don’t swallow medicine. The medicine to be dissolved on/under the tongue. Don’t take any thing 10 minutes before and 10 minutes after medication. You can take water.

3. Acupressure techniques— Utility—Blocked energy + toxins shall be moved from all Ur internal organs to purge in the normal drainage system, i.e., urine, feces, sweat, cough, menses[ladies], vomiting and all the organs shall function up to optimal levels.
Utility—Blocked energy + toxins shall be moved from all Ur internal organs to purge in the normal drainage system, i.e., urine, feces, sweat, cough, menses[ladies], vomitting and all the organs shall function upto optimal levels
•Acupressure Techniques—NO MEDICATION. NO SIDE EFFECTS. NO HOSPITALIZATION. NO COSTS. IT IS SAFE ALSO.
With ur thumb, press ur/his/her palms and soles, wrists and ankles on both sides. Suppose pain is felt while pressing a particular point in the palm/sole, u have to press the surrounding area—just like u r pumping out air from that painful point. The blocked energy in any internal organ, be it lungs, heart, stomach, kidneys, pancreas, liver, etc., shall be released along with toxins if any. As a last point u must press middle part of each palm/sole; so that toxins, if any, shall be excreted/purged through urine without affecting the kidneys.
It should be done in an empty stomach or 2 hours after meals. With this, all the endocrine glands and their hormonal secretions shall be regulated. All internal organs shall function up to optimal levels. Ur entire immune sytem gets invigorated to produce antibodies.
Remote control Acupressure points given by the God. For Treatment, hard-pressure is to be applied on & around these points with Ur thumb and middle finger.
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Dorsal side of Palms & soles:

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•4. Consumption of Charged water—Gold-best brain tonic and antibiotic, silver-to remove excess heat from the body and ensures optimum functioning of Kidneys, Copper-best tonic for /muscular & nervous strength and Iron-to increase hemoglobin levels in the blood.
•2 glasses reduced from 8 glasses. It ensures excellent metabolism in the body.
•How to prepare High-powered concentrated gold/silver/copper charged water:Take 15 gms. of pure gold (biscuit gold) 30 gms. of pure silver and 60 gms of pure copper clean and put them in a stainless steel vessel with 8 glasses of water and heat it until it is reduced to ½ glass (on evaporation). The derived high-powered, concentrated charged water has to be filtered through a thin cotton cloth and should be consumed hot or Luke warm; depending upon patient’s choice all along the day. This charged water should not be heated again but to be stored in a thermos flask.
Due to money/time constraints, if it is not feasible to prepare charged water @ home, you have a substitute. Take 10 ml., each of Aurum Met-30, Argentim Met-30, Cuprum Met-30 and Ferrum Met-30 and put the liquids/dilutions in a glass bottle and cork it well. Dosage—5 drops [adults] and 3 drops for children below 14 years + 1 cup of ot water—b.d.s. or so to say twie a day in the morning and in the night.

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Source:
‘Health In Ur Hands’ by Dr.Devendra Vora,D.Sc.,M.D.,F.R.C.P., an octogenarian & the pioneer in Acupressure in India.
Dr.Vora, the world renowned Acupressurist, an octogenarian and the Bhishma Pithamaha of acupressure in India— treated and caused to treat more than 150000 cases of Cancer, HIV/AIDS, Diabetes, irregular menses and also many other most dreaded diseases—Dr.Devendra Vora has analyzed that pressure applied on certain points located on the palms and soles helps to stimulate all organs of the body, prevents disease and assists in maintaining good health. Acupressure also helps to diagnose, prevent and cure diseases like common cold, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Migraine, Paralysis, and even cancer, HIV/AIDS. Autism, Thalassemia, Muscular Dystrophy, all brain and spinal cord affected diseases.

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Answer by MA
Well then, thats……interesting.

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I also have the CPAP have had it now for about a year now. I never knew how sleep deprived I was. I have set it at 3.0 it helps from getting ear infection and clogged sinus. But each has his or her own setting that fits them. You might just need a few good nights of sleep also speak with the sleep people. I go in once a month and can change out certain portions of the gear. I clean it once a week. I have also found that i needed a nose pad so the bridge of my nose would not get so sore. I have taken the time every morning and make a daily log and print it out and take it in the clinic. It is sort of a diary of what is going on. They will ask just like going to the doctor and like most you have this blank that comes over you. If I have question or put them down I can turn that in and they can read over it and then ask or just keep it which they do and add it to my record.

Set some kind of a sleep pattern, you already have a set time of getting up but one has to get strict with oneself. Diet my help out some, working out during the day so you are ready for bed, shower and get all relaxed. But you over all best thing would speak with those at the sleep clinic get some up to date information from them.

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Answer by tommyc
Strap it or tape the mask down? Maybe strap his hands down for a few days while sleeping until he gets used to not taking it off and then see if he doesn’t take it off when given the opportunity?

Talk to his doctor, I’m sure they’ve heard everything they can probably help.

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I suffered with insomnia for a long time too. Have you tried 5HTP (herbal)? It works amazingly for me, but different people get different results. Seeing as you’re under 18 you might want to check with a naturopath before self medicating

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Answer by selfirst
I am sorry to hear about your wife. It is kind of hard to answer your question because you have been to all the specialist and they have giving you everything from medicine to some form of treatment and it hasn’t helped.

I suffer with insomnia at times my doctor has giving me sleeping pills but I don’t take them to strong. What I found to help me on those really stressful sleepless days is: tea, getting a book to read, and prayer.

Also you might want to try a natural sleep aid (Melatonin) here are some facts about it, you can find it at your local vitamin or nutrition store.

Melatonin is a popular remedy to help people fall asleep when the sleep/wake cycle has been disturbed, such as in shift workers or people who with jet lag.

Melatonin is a hormone found naturally in the body. The pineal gland in the brain makes serotonin which is then converted into melatonin at night when exposure to light decreases.

Melatonin is typically taken about 30 minutes before the desired bedtime. Some experts caution that melatonin should not be used by people with depression, schizophrenia, autoimmune diseases, and other serious illness. Pregnant and nursing women should not use melatonin.

I hope things get better, I will be praying for you!

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Why it happens
Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder characterized by loud snoring and brief, involuntary breathing pauses during sleep. (The Greek word apnea means “want of breath.”)

Sleep apnea sufferers may briefly stop breathing and then wake with a gasp, start, or snort as many as a hundred times a night or more. People with sleep apnea rarely remember these episodes in the morning, although they may wonder why they feel so tired all the time.

Obesity is a major risk factor for sleep apnea, and some experts believe that pregnancy may also make you more susceptible, particularly in the third trimester. The heavier you are to begin with and the more weight you gain during pregnancy, the more likely you are to have trouble breathing at night because of the extra tissue in your neck and throat.

Other factors that make you more likely to snore during pregnancy, such as swollen nasal passages, may also put you at a higher risk for sleep apnea. Higher levels of estrogen during pregnancy contribute to swelling in the mucous membranes lining the nose and can even cause you to make more mucus. Also, the amount of blood in your body increases and your blood vessels expand during pregnancy, which can lead to swollen nasal membranes as well.
What you can do about it
If your partner notices that you’re snoring a lot and making periodic snorting or gasping sounds in your sleep, be sure to mention it to your doctor or midwife so you can be evaluated for sleep apnea.

When you periodically stop breathing, the amount of oxygen in your blood drops temporarily. If left untreated, sleep apnea can take a toll on your health, and some research suggests it may affect your baby’s growth as well. Sleep apnea is also linked to high blood pressure and other cardiovascular disorders. And feeling tired during the day increases your risk of falling asleep at work, while you’re driving, or while you’re caring for your other children.

If you’re diagnosed with sleep apnea, you may be given a special mouth guard to wear at night to keep your airway open. If the apnea is severe, your doctor may have you wear a mask that’s hooked up to a machine that provides a steady flow of air while you sleep to help keep you breathing normally. Most people are amazed by how much better they feel during the day soon after they begin using this device at night.

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