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Why is my 10 year old son sleeping so much?

Primary hypersomnia has no identifiable cause. Secondary hypersomnia in children can be caused by infections, kidney problems or disorders such as myotonic dystrophy. Research is ongoing, but idiopathic hypersomnia may be the result of problems with the brain's sleep-wake cycle.

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What is Pediatric Hypersomnia (Excessive Daytime Sleepiness)?

Hypersomnia, or hypersomnolence, is excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). While many daytime sleep disorders result from a lack of nighttime sleep, people with hypersomnia may sleep 10 or more hours each night. The condition is rare in children.

What are the different types of Pediatric Hypersomnia (Excessive Daytime Sleepiness)?

Primary hypersomnia

This type of disorder is also known as idiopathic hypersomnia and has not identifiable cause. Secondary hypersomnia This is the result of another cause, such as lack of sleep or medical problems, including sleep apnea What are the signs and symptoms of Pediatric Hypersomnia (Excessive Daytime Sleepiness)? The main symptom of hypersomnia in children is excessive drowsiness, often after sleeping for 10 or more hours at night. Other symptoms of hypersomnia include: Awaking confused or disoriented

Need for daytime naps (that don't relieve the sleepiness)

Need for naps at inconvenient times (such as during school)

Trouble waking from long sleeps Less common symptoms may include: Anxiety or irritation

Loss of appetite

Restlessness

Slow speech, or trouble thinking

How is Pediatric Hypersomnia (Excessive Daytime Sleepiness) diagnosed? While excessive daytime sleepiness is common in adolescents and adults, it is rare in children. Idiopathic hypersomnia is more unusual still—affecting less than one percent of the population. Your child's doctor will perform a physical exam to rule out medical conditions that may be behind her excessive sleepiness. The physician may want older kids to keep a sleep diary for a week or more before recommending a sleep test. The following sleep tests can help diagnose hypersomnia in children: Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT): An MSLT measures the speed at which your child enters a deep sleep over several two-hour periods. Kids with hypersomnia usually fall asleep quickly (in less than 10 minutes). A multiple sleep latency test is one of the best ways to detect hypersomnia in children. Sleep Study (Polysomnography): A sleep study can rule out other sleep disorders that may be behind the excessive daytime sleepiness. If the first test is normal, your child may need to come back for a second polysomnogram. If the sleep specialist still can't find another cause, he may diagnose hypersomnia. What are the causes of Pediatric Hypersomnia (Excessive Daytime Sleepiness)? Primary hypersomnia has no identifiable cause. Secondary hypersomnia in children can be caused by infections, kidney problems or disorders such as myotonic dystrophy. Research is ongoing, but idiopathic hypersomnia may be the result of problems with the brain's sleep-wake cycle. It may also be caused by atypical depression

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