Question 1

could i die during sleep paralysis because i'm not able to move?

Accepted Answer

No: As frightening and frustrating as sleep paralysis is, dying from it is not likely. It is just a state where you are conscious but unable to move all your muscles except your eyes and diaphragm. It is due to intrusion of rem sleep into wakefulness. If you experience this often it could indicate a sleep disorder such as narcolepsy or sleep apnea, in which case it is advisable to see a sleep dr.

Question 2

i feel physical pain like i'm being electrocuted during sleep paralysis. i feel i'm not breathing/heart attack & i will die. i'm scared to go to sleep?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety issues?: The pattern of symptoms &amp; the timing does not seem to make sense with any organic condition that I am aware of. Sleep paralysis should not cause pain. I think there's some type of phobia or irrational / subconscious fear leading to bedtime anxiety. I think you should see a counselor or at least talk to someone who you are close to about your problems. Do you have a family doctor or use HT Prime?

Question 3

can you tell me if you can move during sleep paralysis?

Accepted Answer

Movement: The definition implies that you cannot move.  This may last seconds or up to a minute.

Question 4

what are the chemical that is released during sleep paralysis, could it be flowing without having a paralyzing effect?

Accepted Answer

See below: Sleep paralysis is due to the intrusion of rem sleep into wakefulness. The centers in the brain which relax your muscles in rem sleep are left "on" while you wake up, causing this phenomenon. This occurs usually due to fragmentation of sleep. Having adequate sleep  can be of benefit. If you're having them often, see a sleep doctor so it can be evaluated ; if needed, treated. Hope that helps!

Question 5

do your muscles get really tense during sleep paralysis?

Accepted Answer

No: Actually your muscle is completely paralyzed during sleep paralysis.  This is from spinal cord inhibition.  Nocturnal muscle cramps (nocturnal myoclonus) can give intense muscle cramping, often painful.

Question 6

what to do if i see dark figures or owl like eyes during sleep paralysis?

Accepted Answer

Sleep paralysis: Hypnagogic and hypnopompic hallucinations occur often  during episodes of sleep paralysis. Consider evaluation by a sleep specialist. Sleep study may be indicated.

Question 7

during sleep paralysis i feel like something is moving in my head like flow of blood or something else i feel like my head will be explode ???

Accepted Answer

What is question?: Are you describing a dream, or something that you feel just before you go to sleep, or just upon awakening?  If you are waking up with this feeling, it could be anxiety after a nightmare.  If this happens repeatedly, talk with your doctor, you could have some tests to rule out a physical illness.  If all OK, and this persists, consult a psychologist using CBT therapy.  Good luck!

Question 8

can your heart beat super fast during sleep paralysis happend to me last night couldn't move talk and my heart was racing so fast. my rates normal now?

Accepted Answer

Heart beat: It can... But the more important question is why and what type of heart rhythm do you have. For that you will need to see your physician and he will probably put a heart monitor on you to check this out.

Question 9

how likely is it to get broken heart syndrome during sleep paralysis from intense fear? what can be done to prevent this?

Accepted Answer

: This is quite an unlikely scenario. Intense fear can precipitate a heart attack in those with significant coronary artery disease but this would not fall into the category of Takotsubo syndrome.

Question 10

i am experiencing  sleep paralysis, episodes of not breathing during sleep and uncontrollable jerking. the following also describe me: sleepiness, disorientation, and confusion. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Seek professional dr: seek someone who is sleep medicine boarded or has a detailed sleep medicine practice (not just someone who runs a sleep study center, although lots of docs who participate in this do have this background)

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Could i die during sleep paralysis because i'm not able to move?

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I feel physical pain like i'm being electrocuted during sleep paralysis. i feel i'm not breathing/heart attack & i will die. i'm scared to go to sleep?

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Can you tell me if you can move during sleep paralysis?

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What are the chemical that is released during sleep paralysis, could it be flowing without having a paralyzing effect?

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Do your muscles get really tense during sleep paralysis?

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What to do if i see dark figures or owl like eyes during sleep paralysis?

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During sleep paralysis i feel like something is moving in my head like flow of blood or something else i feel like my head will be explode ???

A member asked:

Can your heart beat super fast during sleep paralysis happend to me last night couldn't move talk and my heart was racing so fast. my rates normal now?

A member asked:

How likely is it to get broken heart syndrome during sleep paralysis from intense fear? what can be done to prevent this?

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I am experiencing sleep paralysis, episodes of not breathing during sleep and uncontrollable jerking. the following also describe me: sleepiness, disorientation, and confusion. what should i do?

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