AFFECTIVE RESPIRATORY PAROXYSMS
Keywords:
affective respiratory seizures, anger, fear, pain, shock, fall, unpleasant manipulations, neuropathy, tearfulness, sleep disturbance, functional gastrointestinal disorders.Abstract
Affective respiratory paroxysms are episodic attacks of respiratory distress that occur at the peak of strong emotions, most often in children. These attacks can occur during intense crying, when the child suddenly stops breathing for several seconds. Approximately 5% of children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years may experience such paroxysms. The causes of this phenomenon have not been fully studied, but it is assumed that this may be due to immaturity of respiratory regulation and spasm of the laryngeal muscles. Diagnosis is usually based on the clinical picture and parental survey data. Treatment may include calming the child, and sometimes the use of medications and psychotherapy. With age, when the child's nervous system matures and he learns to control his emotions, seizures usually stop.
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