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What Causes Excessive Sleepiness?
Hi Doctor. I was wandering around on medical sights looking for info as to why I suddenly fall asleep in my easy chair after supper. I have been doing this for some time. I sleep well at night 7 hours usually. At the age of 81 I m not overworked. What are possible causes. Thanks. Helen
Fri, 27 Oct 2017
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Excessive day time sleepiness is commonly seen with sleep apnea.
So better to consult sleep specialist and get done detailed sleep study.
Weight reduction is needed if you are obese.
If sleep study is normal then no need to worry much.
Sometimes aging can also cause excessive day time sleepiness.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I can understand your concern.
Excessive day time sleepiness is commonly seen with sleep apnea.
So better to consult sleep specialist and get done detailed sleep study.
Weight reduction is needed if you are obese.
If sleep study is normal then no need to worry much.
Sometimes aging can also cause excessive day time sleepiness.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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