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What to do if i found out that my boyfriend goes through sleep paralysis almost every night. is this normal?

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Seek help: Many conditions exist that are all considered sleep disorders. An overnight sleep test can determine this and/or other conditions that may be at play. A sleep specialist can then diagnose and recommend the right treatment for your friend.

Answered 3/23/2014

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Dr. Hanul Bhandari answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine

See below: Sleep paralysis, if often, usually indicates disruption of sleep and it can point to an underlying medical issue such as sleep apnea or narcolepsy. It is recommended you consult a sleep medicine specialist to discern if this is the case, especially if excessive daytime sleepiness is present. Try to regularize your sleep times ; avoid caffeine, nicotine, ; alcohol near bedtime. Hope that helps!

Answered 4/18/2014

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