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How can i know if i have sleep paralysis?
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The history should : Be very telling. A polysomnograph (sleep study) can take all guess work out of the equation.
Answered 4/24/2014
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See below: Agree with dr. Fowler. If you awaken from sleep or are about to fall asleep and cannot move your body (except your eyes and diaphragm), for just seconds to minutes, it can be sleep paralysis. If it occurs often, the disrupted sleep can point to an underlying cause and evaluation by a sleep physician is then recommended. Hope that helps!
Answered 4/25/2014
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Narcolepsy: The sleep issues associated with narcolepsy include vivid nitemares, daytime sleep attacks, cataplexy, and sleep paralysis. The latter occurs when one awakens, opens eyes, and cannot move for a few seconds. Might consult a sleep specialist if this describes you.
Answered 4/28/2013
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