If I ever wake up at night choking, does this mean I have sleep apnea?
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If I ever wake up at night choking, does this mean I have sleep apnea?
4 doctors weighed in
Dr. David May
Dentistry
In brief:
Possibly
If the choking is associated with gasping for air, then it is more likely.
Do you have excessive daytime sleepiness of anyone who complains of your snoring. If you are worried you should consult with a sleep physician.
In brief:
Possibly
If the choking is associated with gasping for air, then it is more likely.
Do you have excessive daytime sleepiness of anyone who complains of your snoring. If you are worried you should consult with a sleep physician.
Dr. David May
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Dr. Patrick Melder
ENT - Head & Neck Surgery
In brief:
No
This may be a symptom of sleep apnea.
This could also be esophageal acid reflux. If you snore and you wake up choking... It may be apnea.
In brief:
No
This may be a symptom of sleep apnea.
This could also be esophageal acid reflux. If you snore and you wake up choking... It may be apnea.
Dr. Patrick Melder
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