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When i'm drifting off to sleep it feels like my body starts shaking, i can't move no matter how hard i try or speak i have to let it pass before imove?
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Many Causes: There are many possible causes for the symptoms described in this question. At heathtap we are not here to diagnose or to treat, but to educate and enlighten those who pose questions. The best way to diagnose any issue related to sleep is to schedule an appointment with a sleep specialist. This is an md with special training in this field. They often use sleep studies to help determine the cause.
Answered 3/30/2016
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