What Causes Slowed Breathing And Paralysis While Sleeping?
Hello my name is jjn , my dad is 59 years old he told me he has this when he goes to sleep: his breathing stops and paralizes he tries to make movements as he think he is but really hes not and after when he cant take it anymore he burst out a sudden breath he tells me he feels like hes going to die im scared i want to know wats wrong with him
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.
Judging by your description it is most probably a question of sleep apnea, interruption of breathing due to collapse of the upper airways. Mostly in obese people who snore at night. Manifests sleepiness and fatigue during the day due to bad quality sleep. To confirm the diagnosis polysomnography is needed. If confirmed weight loss and use of a cpap machine which keeps the airways open during sleep is recommended.
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What Causes Slowed Breathing And Paralysis While Sleeping?
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern. Judging by your description it is most probably a question of sleep apnea, interruption of breathing due to collapse of the upper airways. Mostly in obese people who snore at night. Manifests sleepiness and fatigue during the day due to bad quality sleep. To confirm the diagnosis polysomnography is needed. If confirmed weight loss and use of a cpap machine which keeps the airways open during sleep is recommended. I hope to have been of help.