What Is Hypoventilation?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CCHS)
This disorder affects people who hypoventilate due to an impairment in their nervous system. It is believed to be brought on by gene mutations that affect the autonomic nervous system. This system is responsible for controlling several bodily functions including breathing and regulating heartbeat. This syndrome can disrupt breathing both day and night, or just at night.
Many patients are diagnosed early in life. Parents of children with the condition will have observed a bluish tinge to their baby’s lips brought on by the lack of sufficient oxygen during sleep. This problem is often accompanied by other symptoms such as irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, and low body temperature.
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