Question
An 11-month-old girl has recently started to snore during sleep, a phenomenon that did not occur before and only appeared after she had experienced infant rash. The parents want to know what might be causing this.
Answer
The most likely cause of a child snoring during sleep is adenoid hypertrophy or nasal obstruction. It is recommended for the parents to observe the child’s facial expressions, especially the eyelids, upper jaw, eyes, and overall facial expressions for signs of adenoid hypertrophy. If there are no signs of adenoid hypertrophy, this factor can be initially ruled out. Subsequently, it is suggested that the parents take the child to a pediatric otolaryngology department for a detailed examination to ensure the child’s health.