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I had a hard time sleeping last night, & i felt like someone was squeezing me too tight & couldn't breath so i woke. panic attack or something worse?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Please see your: Doc for a medical check up. After that you can find help w/a clinical psychologist or other mental health professional. Sorry you are going through this.

Answered 12/7/2014

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A member asked:

I had a hard time sleeping last night, & i felt like someone was squeezing me too tight & couldn't breath so i woke. panic attack or something worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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