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I only got three hours of sleep last night. can this kill me?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Well...: It should not "Kill you." but it sure is not healthy. Adults should sleep an average of 6 to 8 hours a day. Otherwise it will catch-up with you and you will be constantly tired, or worse yet, you can fall asleep while working or even driving. See a sleep specialist, it might be a good idea to be evaluated in a sleep lab. Consider also thyroid disease
Answered 10/24/2017
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No: No, only if your sleepiness causes you to drop off to sleep while driving or operating heavy machinery. Get some rest.
Answered 7/7/2014
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No: Lack of sleep on general can be detrimental to your health. Lack of sleep can simulate alcohol intoxication is you should be careful operating a vehicle. Lack of sleep will not kill you unless you go very long periods of time without sleep.
Answered 7/7/2014
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