Pediatric acute respiratory failure is an emergency. It can be serious, even life-threatening, but most children recover without chronic illness.
Asthma—a chronic inflammation of the airways that causes trouble breathing—affects 5 to 10 percent of children in the United States.
A pediatric sleep study is an evaluation that analyzes a child's sleeping habits in the controlled setting of a sleep lab.
Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that causes a child to stop breathing momentarily. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder affecting mucous movement in the respiratory, digestive and reproductive systems. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A sleep study is a noninvasive test that electronically records activity in the brain and body during sleep. Learn about this procedure.
Allergies occur when the body's immune system overreacts to outdoor stimulants such as mold spores and pollen. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Sleep apnea is a condition that causes people to periodically stop breathing while they’re asleep. It is associated with many medical problems.
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