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A 22-year-old female asked:

is it normal to sleep much more than usual when you're sick? i have a mucus cough, fatigue, stuffy nose, and headaches. slept 18 hours today?

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Dr. Orrin Ailloni-Charas answered

Anesthesiology 29 years experience

Yes: Rest is important in the healing process, as is hydration.

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