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Episodes of not breathing during sleep and Pressure or heaviness

WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms episodes of not breathing during sleep and pressure or heaviness including Sleep apnea, Heartburn/GERD, and Hiatal hernia.

There are 3 conditions associated with episodes of not breathing during sleep and pressure or heaviness. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

  • Sleep apnea

    People with sleep apnea stop and restart breathing multiple times while sleeping.

  • Heartburn/GERD

    Symptoms of heartburn and GERD are a burning feeling in the chest, throat, or mouth, nausea, and more.

  • Hiatal hernia

    When hiatal hernia symptoms do occur, they include chest pain and burning, sweating, a bitter taste and more.