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What Causes Chocking While Sleeping?

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Posted on Sat, 6 Jan 2018
Question: I cannot sleep in any position except on my stomach with my head turned to the left without choking. What specialist should I see.
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
ENT

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. You should see an ENT specialist. He would be able to examine you for obstructive pathology and would also be able to undertake a sleep study if necessary.

Let me know if I could help further.

Regards
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What Causes Chocking While Sleeping?

Brief Answer: ENT Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. You should see an ENT specialist. He would be able to examine you for obstructive pathology and would also be able to undertake a sleep study if necessary. Let me know if I could help further. Regards