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What Causes Sleepiness During Day Despite Having Good Night S Sleep?

My brother is 72 yrs old. He says he gets a good nights sleep but then drifts off and sleeps a good part of the day. He has no health conditions, is not on any prescription meds but has been taking ALOT of supplements most of his life. I know that is limited information but can you make any comments? Thank you
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sleepiness during day despite having good night s sleep. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to certain reasons like diabetes , work long hours , insomnia , changes in blood sodium levels , medicines side effects like antihistamines , stress or sleep apnea. I would suggest you to consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may take history , check vitals and may order sleep study . Doctor may may recommend CPAP machine which is correction to sleeping apnea . For now drink plenty of water , eat healthy diet and do light exercises daily . Also do mind relaxing exercises like meditation which will help alot.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Sleepiness During Day Despite Having Good Night S Sleep?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sleepiness during day despite having good night s sleep. Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to certain reasons like diabetes , work long hours , insomnia , changes in blood sodium levels , medicines side effects like antihistamines , stress or sleep apnea. I would suggest you to consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may take history , check vitals and may order sleep study . Doctor may may recommend CPAP machine which is correction to sleeping apnea . For now drink plenty of water , eat healthy diet and do light exercises daily . Also do mind relaxing exercises like meditation which will help alot. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari