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Woke up jumping out of bed gasping for air, i couldnt breath. heart was racing. i did have a lot of coffee that day and have been sleep deprived with 12 week old. have got nights sweats as well. i do have anxiety also. what could it be? im scared
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Causes: The causes of these symptoms include an irregular cardiac rhythm, anxiety, illness and asthma. Please see your physician, rest, drink fluids and exercise. Continue to nurse the baby, and try to take breaks and rest in between feedings.
Answered 11/14/2019
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