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Sleep paralysis and this one once i was actually awake i was walking to bathroom felt like i was guna fall asleep.i was slapping myself to stay awake?

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Cataplexy : This is an episode of cataplexy. You need to see a sleep specialist for further evaluation. It sounds like you have had sleep paralysis in the past. Add this symptom and you must be evaluated for narcolepsy. Best wishes.

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Answered 10/16/2013

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