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Article: Sleep Apnea
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Sleep Apnea
Will He Snooze or Snore?
What Is Sleep Apnea?
Living with Sleep Apnea
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Sleep apnea (AP-nee-a) is a disorder in which a person temporarily stops breathing while sleeping.
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Breathing disorders
Obstructive sleep apnea
Respiratory system
Snoring
Will He Snooze or Snore?
James loved his grandfather, but he was dreading this year
’
s visit. When James shared his room with Grandpa last year, he did not sleep all week. Sometimes the snoring would stop, but then James had to hop out of bed to make sure his grandfather was breathing. Each time, Grandpa started breathing again after about 10 ...