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Hello. I Have Noticed Some Odd Sleep Patterns Lately. Just
Question: Hello. I have noticed some odd sleep patterns lately. Just as im about to fall asleep Ill make strange humming type noises. This will then wake me up. Or weird throat/tongue clicking sounds. Again, just as Im about ready to fall into that nice deep sleep. This has been happening off and on the last few months. Its not every night. I have noticed this seems to be worse if Im under a lot of stress or very anxious (I worry a lot and have anxiety often). No other health concerns and nothing else out of the normal health wise for me. Could this be a sleep apnea thing?? I do snore as well. Thank you so much!
Brief Answer:
It's not sleep apnea
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome in Ask the Doctor pannel
I can understand your concern
As you explain the situation I don't think this is a sign of sleep apnea
Usually if it is the symptoms are continuously and worsen with time meanwhile you explain that your concern is not every night. Sleep apnea happens frequently in obese patients smokers and with comorbidities (diabetes heart diseases).
In my opinion these are signs of overstressed or anxiety situation.Try to use simple tranquilizants such as Xanax 0.25 mg once before sleeping when you feel that you need it.
And avoid caffeine energetic drinks smoking, do walking activities and you will feel better.
If no improvement with the above than please consult your doctor.
Hope to have been helpful
Regards
Dr
Jolanda
It's not sleep apnea
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome in Ask the Doctor pannel
I can understand your concern
As you explain the situation I don't think this is a sign of sleep apnea
Usually if it is the symptoms are continuously and worsen with time meanwhile you explain that your concern is not every night. Sleep apnea happens frequently in obese patients smokers and with comorbidities (diabetes heart diseases).
In my opinion these are signs of overstressed or anxiety situation.Try to use simple tranquilizants such as Xanax 0.25 mg once before sleeping when you feel that you need it.
And avoid caffeine energetic drinks smoking, do walking activities and you will feel better.
If no improvement with the above than please consult your doctor.
Hope to have been helpful
Regards
Dr
Jolanda
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