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While sleeping i wake to chocking, gasping for air from breathing in saliva. happens often! what should i do?
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Sleep Clinic: You urgently need to see a sleep specialist and be observed sleeping in a sleep clinic. Please contact your local hospital to get in to be seen urgently.
Answered 6/10/2013
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