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I am currently suffering from a sleep disorder and i am 17. is it possible for a minor to see a sleep specialist on his own?
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I would encourage: you to start with your primary medical provider. A sleep consultation can be made if medically indicated. If you are 17 years old - you would need a lot of money for sleep specialty evaluation. I would encourage you to discuss this with your parents - so that any indicated medical assessment can be covered by their medical insurance. Take care.
Answered 10/31/2014
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Yes: sleep issues can be due to naophayrnx issue, jaw posture issues or even related to intracranial infections at the occiput. You should get checked by a Sleep doctor.
Answered 9/28/2014
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Probably not: but there are other options such as home studies for sleep apnea or worst case scenario 911. Why won't your guardian take you or are you an emancipated minor?
Answered 9/28/2014
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