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Can Post-nasal Drip Disrupt Sleep And Cause Dyspnea And Heart Palpitations?

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Posted on Thu, 9 Jun 2016
Question: can a post nasal drip cause you to awaken from a dead sleep unable to catch yor breath and cause heart to race
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Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Obstructive sleep apnea ca be the reason associated with post nasal drip.

Detailed Answer:
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Thank you for asking HCM

I have gone through your query. Obstructive sleep apnea can be reason which awakens you from sleep. This also cause heart to race. This can be associated with post nasal drip. This occurs due to obstruction in upper respiratory passage.
Nasal decongestant sprays , sleeping on sides , avoiding alcohol and smoking all helps in his case. Any chronic upper respiratory problems like allergic rhinitis or sinusitis or tonsillitis should be treated by consulting an ENT specialist. If you are having excessive weight then loosing some weight is also helpful.
Mandibular advancement device or splint can be used if these all not helps. You have to consult a dentist for this.

Let me know if anything not clear. I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
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Can Post-nasal Drip Disrupt Sleep And Cause Dyspnea And Heart Palpitations?

Brief Answer: Obstructive sleep apnea ca be the reason associated with post nasal drip. Detailed Answer: Hi Thank you for asking HCM I have gone through your query. Obstructive sleep apnea can be reason which awakens you from sleep. This also cause heart to race. This can be associated with post nasal drip. This occurs due to obstruction in upper respiratory passage. Nasal decongestant sprays , sleeping on sides , avoiding alcohol and smoking all helps in his case. Any chronic upper respiratory problems like allergic rhinitis or sinusitis or tonsillitis should be treated by consulting an ENT specialist. If you are having excessive weight then loosing some weight is also helpful. Mandibular advancement device or splint can be used if these all not helps. You have to consult a dentist for this. Let me know if anything not clear. I am happy to help you. Thanks.