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As falling asleep,heard high pitch noises, saw prisms,& was unable to move.i kept stopping it, finally gave in and let it happen to get some sleep.???

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Just go with it: Sounds like sleep paralysis. It isn't dangerous but can be scary. http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/sleep-paralysis#1

Answered 1/22/2017

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Uncertain: It could be a seizure I guess or a migraine. Can you ask your physician to have you see a neurologist

Answered 1/23/2017

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A member asked:

As falling asleep,heard high pitch noises, saw prisms,& was unable to move.i kept stopping it, finally gave in and let it happen to get some sleep.???

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