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A few nights a month i wake up feeling like i'm about to faint- never when awake. never actually faint. could this be sleep apnea or anxiety?
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Too little info: you need an evaluation by a doctor who is familiar with sleep disorders
Answered 5/3/2015
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Hard to answer: Need more info. Discuss with your provider and have them check things for you.
Answered 5/2/2015
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