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When i sleep on my stomach i wake up in the middle of the night or in the mornings with sharp pains. the pain goes away when laying on my back. help?

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Dr. Ira Rubin answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pain when sleeping: It is hard to say exactly what is happening. Where is the pain? In any case, since the pain goes away when on our back, it is likely a pinched nerve. It is best to sleep on your back rather than stomach, so I would suggest trying to sleep on your back. If that does not work for you, see help from your doc.

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Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

When i sleep on my stomach i wake up in the middle of the night or in the mornings with sharp pains. the pain goes away when laying on my back. help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Rubin answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

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