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Can a sudden blood pressure drop wake you from sleeping with a pounding heart?

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No, but: No, but disturbing dreams can and do.

Answered 3/26/2014

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

See Dr. asap: Your description of symptoms is a concern and should not be ignored. I would get to a dr. Or emergency depart and have tests, .

Answered 4/5/2014

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