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I'm 27 f what can cause me to wake up feeling like i can't breathe?
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Many possible: I expect the results of your x-ray, EKG and labs were okay - but sinus, allergy, apnea, general sleep-area conditions can be the issue. Ask for a specific sleep breathing evaluation and be patient. Try bedtime benadryl (diphenhydramine) while you hunt for causes/tx. Best!
Answered 7/18/2016
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