alot of the time when im just about to fall asleep i get really dizzy in my head like im spinning around and have to kick myself out of it to stop it! and sometimes when i wake up i cant move and have to wait a few seconds and force myself to start moving again by straining to move untill my body jolts into action again! is this normal?
2007-05-21 03:58:13 · 12 answers · asked by simon3102000 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
No,I dont think so,you need to see your doctor.
2007-05-21 04:01:14 · answer #1 · answered by Pat R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is sleep paralysis, the opposite the sleep walking.
When you sleep, a chemical is released in your brain to stop you acting out dreams. In sleepwalkers, not enough of this chemical is released. In sleep paraysis sufferers, too much is, hence you wake up but cannot move or make a sound.
This happens to me sometimes, and as far as I know it's nothing to worry about. When it does happen I either fall back to sleep or concentrate on moving the very tip of a finger or toe until my body comes out of it. It can be very scary at times as you feel dizzy/spinning or like me, like your blood is being drained from your head or toes.
Scientists also think most reported alien or ghost encounters in bedrooms come from sleep paralysis as it does feel like there is a presence in the room, even though there isn't. This feeling is a side effect.
My dad gets this too and he tends to find its when he's under stress or worried about something.
Just to let you know though, you are not alone and its not unusual!
2007-05-21 04:17:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I get exactly the same thing.
Not that often but probably two or three times a year.
Not sure why you get the dizzy feeling, but I once saw a program on TV that explained, that when we experience REM sleep we secrete a hormone that paralyses us to stop us acting out our dreams.
When you wake suddenly from REM sleep(when you feel dizzy you struggle to wake up) the hormone is still active so although your mind is ready to move your body can't respond.
I hate the feeling ,some times I try to speak or wake my husband but I just can't get my voice to work.
Rest assured that while it is not a nice feeling it's not harmful and you're not the only one who gets it.
2007-05-21 07:19:13 · answer #3 · answered by mistyblue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're a teenager - you grow out of it. if you're older seek medical advice quickly. I can give you some advice - set an alarm clock to wake you up at the same time every morning - yes - including weekends. Don't drink too much alcohol. Don't get over tired. If this doesn't sort itself out - or the medical helps doesn't work out. Send me a message - I'll need you age, sex, and any other useful info. Stress makes it worse too. it can get quite disturbing - so seek medical help if it does. Regardless of age. This is common - so no you are not going nuts! lol
2007-05-21 04:08:34 · answer #4 · answered by Mike10613 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like two seperate issues, vertigo and/or sleep paralysis, there are medical websites that can explain both. If, when you lay your head down a certain way, or move it a certain way when youre sitting or standing, and the room starts to spin, then that may be benign positional vertigo. Go see a ear/nose/throat (Otolaryngologist) doctor, they can test you and confirm thats diagnosis if you have that. BPV can be brought on by all sorts of things, from liquid in your ear to eating too many rich foods.
2007-05-21 04:34:17 · answer #5 · answered by AngieNYC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To me this sounds like you have vertigo. It is something that I have suffered from my entire life. There are different types of vertigo though. If it's happening when you are in a laying position then it sounds like you have the same type I have. I am usually awakened by mine though as if the entire room is spinning. It would probably be wise to go the Dr and tell him the symptoms you're experiancing. Has this happened your whole life or is it something that has just developed? Have you had any recent head injury??
2007-05-21 04:06:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am having exactly the same symptoms you mentioned coupled with extreme fatigue looked into at the moment.
I am suffering from Arrhythmia and I will need an operation called an Ablation which to be honest I can hardly wait to have as I have suffered this problem for years.
See your MD/GP for an ECG and explain symptoms soon.Good Luck
2007-05-21 04:17:22 · answer #7 · answered by treving 42 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I heard of this before. People who feel a force that holds them down even though their awake kind of and they can't get up. Its something psycological I remember..
2007-05-21 04:01:08 · answer #8 · answered by unknown user 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heck no this is'nt normal. You really need to see a dr. How long has it been happening??
2007-05-21 04:09:00 · answer #9 · answered by Leneki 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not really! Could be a blood pressure problem or ear problem or even a heart problem. I would see your GP about it.
2007-05-21 04:02:40 · answer #10 · answered by Spiny Norman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋