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What Causes Interrupted Sleep Due To Breathing Issues?

Hi, my age is 48, weight 125 pounds. I had an additional two level cervical fusion four days ago, making a four level fusion in total. The last two nights I am constantly waking with a jolt, I think it is because my breathing stops. It is as though I forget how to breathe. Once I wake up, I breathe normally. It is very scary. Should I seek immediate medical attention, or wait until Monday to call my doctor s office?
Tue, 25 Apr 2017
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Hi,
1. You should immediately visit a doctor.
2. Disorders of the heart, lung or sleep need to be ruled out.
3. If required a sleep study may be advised by your doctor.
Regards
Dr. Mishra
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What Causes Interrupted Sleep Due To Breathing Issues?

Hi, 1. You should immediately visit a doctor. 2. Disorders of the heart, lung or sleep need to be ruled out. 3. If required a sleep study may be advised by your doctor. Regards Dr. Mishra