Sleep Apnea

[Guest]

After sleeping for a few hours I wake up with my heart beating very fast and very hard, I know this for I can hear it very loudly. Within a few seconds it slows down and I doze off only to wake up every 10 to 15 minutes with the same
fast beat, slowing down, then dozing.
Is this sleep apnea where I have stopped breathing making my heart beat so fast, or is it possible my heart has decided to stop and then suddenly speed up?
Once the first episodes happens, they continue throughout the night until I get up in the morning....10 to 15 minutes of sleep.

[jim1590]

I can't help you with this one but i experience similar sensations except when i wake up my heart is beating so loud and fast i think it's gonna explode and i'm drenched in sweat like i've just had a shower.

Any other individuals experiences or comments welcome!