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Is there a condition where you act out your dreams while dreaming?
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Yes: Rem sleep behavior disorder is a condition where muscles that should be inactive during dreaming are not turned off. This can be dangerous to the patient and their bedpartner. It has been associated with parkinson's disease and can be treated. See a sleep specialist for treatment.
Answered 9/20/2012
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