Some nights I will be right on the thresh hold of falling asleep, then my body will jerk and I will wake up. I feel really really light tingling in my limbs, I'm breathing harder than usual, feel dizzy, and am scared. I have no memorization of dreams or anything of that nature. I went to to a doctor and he said it was anxiety. Has anyone else felt this before and know what it could be? I think I'm going to see a doctor again on Monday. Thanks..
2007-02-24 22:03:35 · 7 answers · asked by Arnold 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
I think many people have similar experiences - I know I do. Sometimes it's a feeling of falling, then landing with a bump as you wake up. Sometimes it's just waking up with that cold clammy feeling of fear, as you describe. That's when it's nice to have someone there to cuddle up to! It is a horrible feeling, though - I hope you soon start sleeping soundly again.
2007-02-24 22:10:36 · answer #1 · answered by mad 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have had this a feww time too, it is scary but not sure what you can do about this. See what your doctor says on monday and go from there. it might be that your body is falling asleep before you are and get this jerking happening.
Good luck
2007-02-25 06:17:20 · answer #2 · answered by Pinkflower 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are suffering from sleep paralysis. Your mind is waking up before your body does. It is no big deal. I happens to a lot of people otherwise they would not have came up with a name for it. Don't worry about it. Go back to sleep.
2007-02-25 06:13:12 · answer #3 · answered by Bud#21 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i got them normally something was worrying me .
i kept my light on when i was going through that phase .
once my worries where over they stopped ,i'll get him soemtimes now but not as frequent.
hopefully the doctor will sort you out maybe tablets to help you sleep, i was told to avoid caffine .
2007-02-25 06:09:59 · answer #4 · answered by Nutty Girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
def sounds like anxiety or a panic attack..maybe try getting a relaxation cd..one that does progressive relaxation..i found these really good when i was having difficulty sleeping
2007-02-25 06:07:36 · answer #5 · answered by mary m 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just take a benadryl before bedtime...Wal Mart sells a store brand for 4.89 per 100
2007-02-25 06:10:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think your doctor is right. Getting drunk might help. But then again, maybe not.
2007-02-25 06:09:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋