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Suggest Treatment For Excessive Sleepiness In An Elderly Person
I feel I am sleeping too much. I am 81 years old and can t seem to stay awake through the day. I sleep well at night, but fall asleep whenever I sit down during the day. I have never napped during the day in the past. I feel that this extreme tiredness isn t normal, but am not sure if it is something I should worry about.
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Mon, 13 Jun 2016
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Hi,
In old age, less food intake, less digestion & weakness can lead to such symptoms. I would suggest a detailed complete physical examination & needful investigations would exclude other risky causes for the weakness. Please consult a family physician.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
In old age, less food intake, less digestion & weakness can lead to such symptoms. I would suggest a detailed complete physical examination & needful investigations would exclude other risky causes for the weakness. Please consult a family physician.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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