Question 1

why does my boyfriend keep jumping falling sleep?

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It's normal: It is a normal body response to jerk when falling asleep. It usually does not last long though then the muscles relax and are still, .

Question 2

hi, since saturday i have been experiencing a dropping/falling feeling about 4/5 times a day. its like when you jump as you're falling to sleep. what could this be?

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Dropping/falling: Several possibilities.  May be neurological or perhaps medication side effects.  Please send more information .  Good idea to see your doctor if this contines.

Question 3

why di i jump in my sleep every minute?

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Sleep myoclonus: What you are experiencing is sleep myoclonus, a common occurrence when falling asleep.  It tends to subside when you have actually fallen asleep.  It is not an indication of pathology.

Question 4

what are the causes of a persons body to just jump when they are sleeping?

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Information: Interesting question. No specific answer. Usualy it has to do with some kind of electical activity in the brain during sleep.

Question 5

where can i find the best gaestrologist in qatar.i have had 2 occasions where by when i was sleeping was forced to jump out of the bed due to accessiv?

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Ask your internist: I recommend seeing an internist first (for things like ulcers, esophageal reflux etc) since they can treat 90% of the problems. If the internist feels your symptoms are more than they can handle, then they can refer you to the best gastroenterologist in your area, since they have an inside knowledge of who is good. A good question to ask is, "Who would you refer yourself to, if you had my symptoms?"

Question 6

sometimes right at the point of sleep i will jump, or gasp for air and shake for a few moments. it can happen many times before i finally get to sleep?

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Could be normal: This could be normal, especially if it only happens at the onset of sleep and your sleep is otherwise undisturbed through the night.

If it worsens, happens other times at night or interferes with your ability to fall asleep within a reasonable period of time you might want to consult your doctor for an exam and sleep study if indicated,

Question 7

why my grand baby is jumping  in  his sleep since he had his 1 year old shots?

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell...: "jumping in his sleep" usually means a child moves around a lot in his sleep. That happens in many kids, but can happen more often if he had a rough day (got poked a few times). "since he had his 1 year old shots" doesn't say how long after the shots (1 day, 1 month, 1 year, etc.), so it is hard to tell if anything is related to getting poked. If related, maybe the legs are sore or he is dreaming.

Question 8

my little boy started a week ago a tic where he jump and sometimes make noises, i am really worried cos it s everyday and before he goes to sleep. ?

Accepted Answer

Many variables : His age, health, experience with strep infections are all important.  Many children go through motor movement phases. Because he makes noises, it's a bit more of a concern.  Please take him to his pediatrician. Be sure to check for panda's if he's had strep infections.

Question 9

i'm 22, female, and for the last few years i have sporadically had hallucinations in my sleep. always of  spiders. i jump out of bed every time...why?

Accepted Answer

It depends: It depends on what spiders mean to you, what they might signify. It's a good opportunity to explore your life with a psychotherapist to see what this dream means to you. Many types of therapists exist, and finding someone with a jungian orientation might be a good start.

Question 10

why do i jump sometimes when i am going to sleep and bite my tongue?

Accepted Answer

Myoclonic jerks : Can happen when falling asleep, consider being checked for sleep apnea or seizures if the bites are on the sides of your toungue.

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Why does my boyfriend keep jumping falling sleep?

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Hi, since saturday i have been experiencing a dropping/falling feeling about 4/5 times a day. its like when you jump as you're falling to sleep. what could this be?

A member asked:

Why di i jump in my sleep every minute?

A member asked:

What are the causes of a persons body to just jump when they are sleeping?

A member asked:

Where can i find the best gaestrologist in qatar.i have had 2 occasions where by when i was sleeping was forced to jump out of the bed due to accessiv?

A member asked:

Sometimes right at the point of sleep i will jump, or gasp for air and shake for a few moments. it can happen many times before i finally get to sleep?

A member asked:

Why my grand baby is jumping in his sleep since he had his 1 year old shots?

A member asked:

My little boy started a week ago a tic where he jump and sometimes make noises, i am really worried cos it s everyday and before he goes to sleep. ?

A member asked:

I'm 22, female, and for the last few years i have sporadically had hallucinations in my sleep. always of spiders. i jump out of bed every time...why?

A member asked:

Why do i jump sometimes when i am going to sleep and bite my tongue?

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