New Study Reveals Issues Linked to Loud Snoring in Infants
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These findings raise concerns about cognitive development in infants.
A recent study has clarified the relationship between sleep-disordered breathing and cognitive function in preschool and school-aged children, according to Dr. Hawley E. Montgomery-Downs from West Virginia University and David Gozal from the University of Louisville.
The research revealed that infants who snore loudly scored lower on cognitive development tests compared to their peers. “This study underscores the necessity of identifying and assessing the risk of cognitive development issues in young children based on sleep-related breathing problems,” the authors of the study stated.
Additionally, the study found that secondhand smoke exposure could negatively impact infant snoring. The research indicated that 31% of infants had at least one smoking parent. These infants exposed to secondhand smoke snored more and experienced more respiratory issues than their counterparts.
The findings were published in the journal Pediatrics.
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