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What Causes Fatigue And Excessive Sleep?

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Question : Hi am drinking a lot of fluids I am easily fatique and have been sleeping a lot
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (-4 hours later)
Brief Answer: Need to run further tests... Detailed Answer: Hi, Your symptoms might be indicative to diabetes or metabolic syndrome. Further tests are necessary : - fasting blood sugar level - oral glucose tolerance test - HbA1C - measure the electrolytes levels - lipid panel - routine blood work - urine analysis - kidney function tests to rule out: - diabetes - dehydration - anemia - urinary problems Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed. Dr.Albana Do not hesitate to write me back if you have further queries!
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What Causes Fatigue And Excessive Sleep?

Brief Answer: Need to run further tests... Detailed Answer: Hi, Your symptoms might be indicative to diabetes or metabolic syndrome. Further tests are necessary : - fasting blood sugar level - oral glucose tolerance test - HbA1C - measure the electrolytes levels - lipid panel - routine blood work - urine analysis - kidney function tests to rule out: - diabetes - dehydration - anemia - urinary problems Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed. Dr.Albana Do not hesitate to write me back if you have further queries!