Anyone know what could be causing this? He is otherwise healthy, a little overweight, but works out daily, eats well, doesn't smoke, drinks only on occasion.
This is really scaring me..how do you just stop breathing in your sleep? I sat up all night watching him sleep after the episodes.
He never had sleep apnea as a child.
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Sleep apnea, or it could be acid reflux. Have him elevate his head when he sleeps.
adult onset sleep apnea. My father has died from it multiple times now and has been revived. How does he sleep? Does he carry weight on his neck (like have a double chin)? Have him sleep with at least 3 or 4 pillows under his shoulders to prop him up tonight and tip his head back to keep his airway opened. Don't let him sleep in recliners.
Not sure all the causes of sleep apnea.
Most apnea develops as an adult actually, true apnea requiring treatment is actually not common in children....which I learned after my dd had a sleep study and was diagnosed with mild central apnea (the scary kind, agh! I still worry about it though the doctors say its nothing to worry about....). Have him checked out...he could have an ulcer that is causing some burning, or have some sinus issues, or some apnea, or he could be developing some swallowing/throat issues and need a swallow study.
GL! I hope its minor and easily treated :)
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Sleep apnea, or it could be acid reflux. Have him elevate his head when he sleeps.
leaving baby alone while i do laundry?
- LadySlimm
on Jan. 3, 2013 at 11:14 AM