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I am a 23 yof, not overweight, hx of asthma, allergies, anxiety. this is the first time i have experienced this: as soon as i start to doze off, i feel as if i forget to breathe, and i have to do it manually. what could be causing this? would a sleep pill
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Sleep apnea?: A sleep study may be helpful in classifying your sleep disorder. Management options can vary. What you have described is suggestive of central sleep apnea, but talk to your doctor about scheduling the test to be sure!
Answered 11/18/2016
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