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29 female, good health, overweight, 5'2-155lb. currently with strep throat, woke up bc not breathing. never happened before. not a snorer. reason?

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Swollen throat: Swelling in the throat can trigger symptoms similar to sleep apnea on a temporary basis.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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