Question
Should a child’s snoring be treated? My son is only 12 years old, but for some reason, I’ve noticed recently that he has been snoring at night. I thought he shouldn’t be experiencing this again at his age. I’ve heard that snoring can be a sign of a disease, although not severe, I’m still worried about his condition. I am seeking assistance on how to treat my child’s snoring.
Answer
Early Surgery for Snoring Children Since pediatric snoring can be divided into congenital and acquired types, the smallest children may experience it again in the infant stage. Many children are born with an abnormal upper respiratory tract, causing the airways to be blocked, leading to loud snoring during sleep. Acquired snoring in children is often due to repeated colds or chronic rhinitis, resulting in swelling of the nasopharyngeal area.