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16yr old daughter, no known health issues. has instances where she will sporadically stop breathing. causing her to have trouble sleeping, but it happens when she's awake as well. does struggle with anxiety, but isn't medicated. ?
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Sleep issues: I think it would be important for you to observe her sleep to see if you also witness these events (you may already have done so). The next step is evaluation which can start with her primary care doctor to determine why this occurring. Sleep medicine evaluation might be warranted.
Answered 6/6/2020
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Evaluation: You could have her evaluated by a Psychiatrist to begin with to begin with the anxiety and they can help with further sleep work up
Answered 6/7/2020
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