Trouble Breathing At Night

[iLoveSugar]

Lately, I've been having lots of trouble breathing when sleeping on my back. I'll wake up countless times trying to yawn for air. What causes this? I had a clean echocardiogram 2 years ago so they don't wanna do another.

 

[not_James_Bond]

Only about 8% sleep on their back, I prefer sleeping on the side, have tried many times to sleep on my back, but nope.

 

[BearWithMe]

Mouth breathing and CO2 depletion or sleep apnea.

Either way, chin strap, mouth taping and Buteyko breathing should help.

 

[tara]

Mouth breathing and CO2 depletion or sleep apnea.

Either way, chin strap, mouth taping and Buteyko breathing should help.

+1

I think Buteyko recommended not sleeping on the back because it tends to promote unaware nighttime hyperventilation.