The disease, now known as obese hypoventilation syndrome, also affects our pets and can lead to serious breathing problems. (morrisanimalfoundation.org)
The common signs of hypothyroidism (eg, hair loss) are usually present, but other signs, such as hypoventilation, hypotension, bradycardia, and profound hypothermia, are usually seen as well. (merckvetmanual.com)
CHOP's Sleep Center cares for children with a wide variety of sleep problems, including obstructive sleep apnea, CPAP therapy, apnea of infancy, narcolepsy, central hypoventilation, bedtime problems, frequent night wakings, insomnia, sleep walking, night terrors, circadian rhythm disorders, movement disorders and more. (chop.edu)