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Why do i fall asleep half way but still am aware then can't move and feel like i can't breathe until i'm finally able to gasp? then i also get itchy

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Dr. Hummayun Ismail answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Sleep Paralysis : sounds like you might have Sleep Paralysis which if happens once in awhile does not need treatment. But if it's happening often or is a part of the symptom complex of narcolepsy, get yourself evaluated by Sleep specialist.

Answered 3/31/2015

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