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Can days without sleep make you sick such as sore throat fatigue?

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Yes: Poor sleep or complete lack of sleep can make you feel all-around lousy and sick. The sore throat is not as common so that should be checked to see if you have strep throat or mono.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/13/2014

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A member asked:

Can days without sleep make you sick such as sore throat fatigue?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

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