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What Causes Illness After Stopped Taking L-Tryptophan?
Hi there, I have been taking Tryptophan for 4 years, and recently my husband researched Hi there, I have been taking L-Tryptophan for 4 years for sleeping, I have not been sleeping for more than 4 hrs. a night, so I quite taking it, and wow I have slept for 3 nights in a row. And lost 1 lb. a day, which I like. But I don t feel well today or yesterday, I don t know if coincidence or allergies, but I wondered, could it be withdrawal?
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If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. A detailed evaluation is required to find out the exact cause.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. A detailed evaluation is required to find out the exact cause.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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