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Hi doctors. how do i know if i have a sleeping disorder or just get nocturnal panic attacks?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

The best way: to determine the cause of your symptoms is through consult with a sleep medicine specialist and a sleep study (polysomnogram). Take care.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 6/18/2014

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A member asked:

Hi doctors. how do i know if i have a sleeping disorder or just get nocturnal panic attacks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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