Dear Doctors: My 22- year-old son was tested for sleep apnea because of his snoring. The ENT suggested a tonsillectomy as an option. He also has a severe nut allergy with anaphylaxis reactions.

Surgery can help alleviate obstructive sleep apnea by removing or reducing obstructions in the nose, palate, tonsils, or jaw. The specific procedure depends on the cause and severity of the condition.

Sleep apnea in children involves a dysfunction of the upper airway, causing a child to stop and restart breathing multiple times during sleep. This can result in issues with sleep quality, frequent ...

For some, the best part of the day is crawling into soft sheets, putting on cozy pajamas and letting our stress wash away. For others with sleep apnea, slumber doesn't always feel so restorative.