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Is it normal to have nightmares every night and sleep talk?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No, it isn't normal.: Please bring this to your physician's attention so it can be assessed. Take care.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/15/2016

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No: Please see a sleep medicine specialist, preferably a neurologist or psychiatrist who is also boarded in sleep medicine, to help with these issues.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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