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Severe snoring, gasping or breathing pauses

Loud snoring with witnessed pauses, waking unable to breathe or extreme daytime sleepiness needs clinical assessment.

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What to know or do

Do not treat breathing pauses with a sedating remedy. Sudden breathlessness, chest pain or fainting needs urgent care.

What changes the answer

  • Pregnancy week, sleep position and what wakes or limits you
  • Snoring, breathing pauses, restless legs, pain, reflux or severe daytime sleepiness
  • The exact pillow, device, medicine, supplement or remedy being considered

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When to get individual help

Contact your doctor or maternity service promptly and describe the timing, severity, associated symptoms and pregnancy week so they can choose the right assessment.