Sleep apnea and panic attacks can occur in the same person, but they are not the same condition. Waking suddenly with a racing heart or a sense of choking does not tell you which explanation applies. The useful next step is to have recurring symptoms assessed, rather than assume that every frightening awakening is caused…
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Sleep Apnea and Panic Attacks: Understanding the Overlap
Sleep apnea and panic attacks can occur in the same person, but they are not the same condition. Waking suddenly with a racing heart or a sense of choking does not tell you which explanation applies. The useful next step is to have recurring symptoms assessed, rather than assume that every frightening awakening is caused…
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