Posted by Sandman on December 20, 2010 at 00:23:02:

In Reply to: Newbie on sleep posted by sleepyem on December 19, 2010 at 23:08:35:

Sounds like she has severe sleep apnea. Definitely something that needs to be taken care of quickly
with children. If you aren't able to remove the tonsils/adnoids for six months there is the option
of using CPAP until surgery. CPAP isn't a bad idea pre-surgery. She will be in better physical
shape and there will be less or no edema pre-op making the surgery less risky.

You should ask your sleep lab if they have a loaner you can use until surgery. It isn't a bad idea
to use it after surgery until swelling is gone.

Best wishes,
Sandman

Disclaimer, I am not an MD and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. If you feel that
you need assistance with medications and/or diagnosis, you should seek medical advice from a
qualified physician.

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