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Snoring & Noisy Breathing

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Displaying 4 results tagged with ‘Snoring & Noisy Breathing’

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  • Overnight Oximetry

    An oximetry test measures the amount of oxygen in the blood and can be used to assess your child's breathing during sleep. 
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

    Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is a treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea.
  • Snoring Or Noisy Breathing In Children

    Snoring or noisy breathing during sleep may be a sign that your child is having difficulty breathing. The medical name for this is obstructive sleep apnoea.
  • Polysomnography Sleep Test

    Polysomnography (PSG) is a special type of sleep test which provides the most detailed information about breathing problems during sleep.
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