03-20-2025, 06:31 AM
Exploding Head Syndrome. yes it's a real thing, and I have it.
From DuckDuckGo assist - What Exploding Head Syndrome is. - Exploding head syndrome is characterized by hearing loud imagined noises, often described as explosions, when falling asleep or waking up. Other symptoms may include feelings of fear or distress, and some individuals may also see flashes of light during these episodes.
No known cause for sure. No treatment.
It's a pain in the neck at times, but not overwhelmingly distressing.
First popped up for me about 6 years ago. It was strange. For me, when it happens it sounds like static from between tv stations and it suddenly fills my head and turns up really loud, then goes back down and disappears. Doesn't happen all the time. Just sometimes. A handful of times a week maybe. I don't get the feelings or the flashes of light ... just the loud instant static filling my head for a second or two.
I told the doctor about it and he just said 'weird'. I think he thought I was a bit crazy. He didn't know about exploding head syndrome.
For those who don't know, Exploding Head Syndrome is something that happens when you are relaxing and trying to fall asleep. Just as you hit that certain point when you could fall asleep, your head fills suddenly with
a loud noise that startles you and wakes you back up. Some people get crashing noises, breaking glass noises, static, explosions, etc etc. For me, it's the static between tv or radio stations.
Anyone else have it?
Cleveland Clinic - Exploding Head Syndrome
Sleep Foundation - Exploding Head Syndrome
National Library of Medicine - Exploding Head Syndrome
From DuckDuckGo assist - What Exploding Head Syndrome is. - Exploding head syndrome is characterized by hearing loud imagined noises, often described as explosions, when falling asleep or waking up. Other symptoms may include feelings of fear or distress, and some individuals may also see flashes of light during these episodes.
No known cause for sure. No treatment.
It's a pain in the neck at times, but not overwhelmingly distressing.
First popped up for me about 6 years ago. It was strange. For me, when it happens it sounds like static from between tv stations and it suddenly fills my head and turns up really loud, then goes back down and disappears. Doesn't happen all the time. Just sometimes. A handful of times a week maybe. I don't get the feelings or the flashes of light ... just the loud instant static filling my head for a second or two.
I told the doctor about it and he just said 'weird'. I think he thought I was a bit crazy. He didn't know about exploding head syndrome.
For those who don't know, Exploding Head Syndrome is something that happens when you are relaxing and trying to fall asleep. Just as you hit that certain point when you could fall asleep, your head fills suddenly with
a loud noise that startles you and wakes you back up. Some people get crashing noises, breaking glass noises, static, explosions, etc etc. For me, it's the static between tv or radio stations.
Anyone else have it?
Cleveland Clinic - Exploding Head Syndrome
Sleep Foundation - Exploding Head Syndrome
Quote:Exploding head syndrome (EHS) is a parasomnia sleep disorder defined by episodes that typically occur during the transition period between sleep and wakefulness. These episodes feature imagined sounds or sensations that create the perception of a loud explosion and possibly a flash of light, in the sleeper’s head. The episodes are brief, usually lasting less than a second.
Although this disorder is not associated with physical pain, people may feel frightened or anxious after the episode subsides. Those who experience more than one episode during the course of a single night may also experience strong arousal that can lead to sleep loss.
National Library of Medicine - Exploding Head Syndrome
Quote:Exploding head syndrome (EHS) is a benign sensory parasomnia characterized by the sensation of hearing a loud sound, such as an explosion or gunshot, during transitions between sleep and wakefulness. This sensation often leads to abrupt awakening, accompanied by distress but without significant pain. The diagnostic criteria for the condition have only recently been established, and research is still in its early stages, primarily consisting of case studies and series. The underlying etiology remains unclear but may involve brainstem dysfunction, aberrant attentional processing, or neurotransmitter imbalances. Additionally, the literature on its demographics continues to evolve.
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