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Is This Sleep Apnea?

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Posted by Bella on August 31, 2008 at 10:17:04:

This has only happened twice, so I don't know if this can be considered sleep apnea or
not.

Last night I woke up, was hot, turned my air conditioner on. Then, I fell back asleep, and
something woke me up, causing me to sit straight up and gasp for air. I was also very
dizzy and had a hard time getting my bearings. My heart rate was very high and I had an
overall anxious feeling.

I have Lyme Disease, and one of my symptoms are panic attacks, so I don't know whether
this would be considered a panic attack or sleep apnea.

I don't smoke, I drink socially, am not overweight, and don't snore.

I've heard of people doing a sleep study, but because this happens so infrequently, that
wouldn't so much.

I would really appreciate your opinions.


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