I don't actually have what I would consider serious symptoms, but my mother was concerned about it because I've had dreams in the past where I am underwater (for semi-legit reasons, in the dream) and unable to breathe.  I often wake up at those points, gasping for breath.  I just assumed I was holding my breath for real because I was maybe acting out the dream physically somehow.  I've had maybe four of these dreams over the past three years, possibly as many as six of them.  So, not that many at all.

I have *always* felt tired during the day if I have to get up early--however, if I get 9+ hours of sleep, I feel just fine all day, no matter what.

I am about 35 lbs overweight and have mild restless legs (self-diagnosed, but it's very obvious to my bedmate).  When I asked, he said he's never noticed anything strange regarding breathing, though.

So, are they just dreams?  Or should I be concerned about this?

Hi Freckles,

Take the Score Score test (link to left of forum titles) and that will give you some direction to go.  Your restless legs syndrome/Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (what it is called when you are sleeping) could also be disturbing your sleep more than you realize.  If you score as possible apnea on the test, see a doc. certified in sleep med. (how to find one in my post under Interesting Links).  A sleep doc. and overnight study would also be required to determine how much your Restless Legs is affecting your sleep.

BTW RLS/PLMD is exacerbated by low iron stores so make sure you are not anemic.

Vicki


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That which does not kill you makes you stronger-Friedrich Nietzsche
Friedrich must of had apnea.

Thank you :)