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Difficulty In Breathing And Feelings Of Suffocation In Dreams, Broke Up With Partner, Under Stress. Advice?

Hi Doctor. I'm experiencing difficulty breathing and feelings of suffocation in my dreams. I broke up with my partner of 11 yrs, 8 months ago and my father died 2 months ago. I also met a girl 6 months ago and I'm wondering are her insecurities contributing to this. They certainly cause some stress in my thoughts. Is this because I didn't give myself enough time to get over the last relationship. In truth, I still have feelings for that woman.
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Wed, 12 Jun 2013
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Hi there ~

I understand your concerns and that you have been having troubles sleeping lately since you have met this new person who you seem to have a liking for. I believe that the sleep difficulties can be treated easily, if that is what is preventing you from having a normal relationship with her. In my practice I use various medications to help with sleep per se like sleep aids or medicines that help with sleep but are not habit forming. You need to visit with a local qualified doctor who can take a good history and perform a physical examination before getting your medicines prescribed after appropriate tests.

I hope this helps answer your questions and allay you anxiety. Take care and have a lovely day!
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Difficulty In Breathing And Feelings Of Suffocation In Dreams, Broke Up With Partner, Under Stress. Advice?

Hi there ~ I understand your concerns and that you have been having troubles sleeping lately since you have met this new person who you seem to have a liking for. I believe that the sleep difficulties can be treated easily, if that is what is preventing you from having a normal relationship with her. In my practice I use various medications to help with sleep per se like sleep aids or medicines that help with sleep but are not habit forming. You need to visit with a local qualified doctor who can take a good history and perform a physical examination before getting your medicines prescribed after appropriate tests. I hope this helps answer your questions and allay you anxiety. Take care and have a lovely day!