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What "diseases" could be causing me to not be getting tired in a normal amount of time, usually takes me 20 hours, before i feel sleepy? isit insomnia

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Possibilities: Include too much caffeine, other stimulants, or bipolar disorder,

Dr Brand and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/17/2014

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