Glossary of terms

obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

intervals when no airflow passes through the nose and mouth during sleep despite continued attempts by the child to breath in and out; often accompanied by snoring

sleep terrors; nightmares; excessive daytime sleepiness

symptoms commonly associated with obstructive sleep apnea

See also Overview of Sleep Medicine Center

sleep-disordered breathing

abnormal patterns of breathing during sleep

See also Overview of Sleep Medicine Center