TCP Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 HiHas anyone else had this problem and been checked out by a specialist? I've had sleeping issues since the autonomic dysfunction flared up and now I regularly stop breathing and sound like a walrus! I know it's OSA and so far 4 GPs have shown no interest when I tell them and finally another is sending me to see a consultant at the hospital. I bite my tongue if I have a higher pillow, so opt for a flat one. I have nasal inflammation and polyps. I get head jerking, like seizures and need to see someone very soon. I know I'm not alone with this.Take careTCP PS I've put on 5 stones because of the Gabapentin and Anti-depressants, which hasn't helped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
issie Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Yes, there are a few of us that do have this. I do find that sleeping more inclined has made a huge difference. But, I also use a CPAP.Issie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angela Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 I have that. My bf says sometimes he gets worried cuz I stop breathing for a moment. I also started snoring too, don't know why! Another weird thing I developed in the last 2 years is sleepwalking, last night for example. Doesn't commonly happen but a handful of times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCP Posted February 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 Thank you. I think there definitely seems to be a link with this. I have my bed inclined, but await the consultation/tests to see what 'they' say.Angela, my family have noticed me stop breathing which is a worry! I also get sleep paralysis and night-terrors, too! All rather odd, isn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spinner Posted February 23, 2013 Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 Get a sleep test immediately.You probably need cpap.Meantime sleep on your stomach or side.Dont eat anywhere near bedtime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angela Posted February 23, 2013 Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 i always eat near or around bedtime, drink at least 10 cups (in real terms) of water, sleep on my side, elevated with 2 or 3 pillows behind me and one between my legs but people tend to change position overnite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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