Want To Know What Are The Side Effects In Long Term Working In Night?

Posted on Tue, 15 Oct 2024

Question: Hi Doctor, I am 31 years old and am working in night shift for a quiet long duration, want to know what are the side effects in long term, also any advice for working in night

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
See details below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and here is my advice.

Working in night shifts for a long time can disrupt the sleep- wake body cycles.
It can cause sleeping disorders, mood disorders , increase the risk of developing mental health diseases. Also it can cause heart disease, diabetes and obesity.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.

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