Q: Which doctor should I consult for sleep paralysis?
A: You can consult either a psychiatrist or a neurophysician for sleep paralysis.
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Q: Can sleep paralysis kill you?
A: Sleep paralysis is usually harmless, but, sometimes, it can lead To Sudden Unexplained Nocturnal Death Syndrome (SUNDS). The death is caused by the severe muscle atonia that occurs during sleep paralysis, which is so severe that even the cardiac muscles and the diaphragm muscles paralyze.
Q: When should I see my doctor for sleep paralysis?
A: Sleep paralysis is usually rare. However, it is a good idea to see your doctor if you experience sleep paralysis regularly and get very anxious about going to sleep. You must also consult your physician if you are struggling to get enough sleep, or if you feel very sleepy during the day as all these might be the symptoms of a related sleep disorder called narcolepsy.
