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Hi doctor, my dad is always sleepy. he is always tired. he went to see a doctor and he prescribed him medicine which is not helping. he is 68 yrs old?
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Sleep apnea?: It is hard to know why your father is sleepy, although obstructive sleep apnea is a reasonable possibility--especially if he snores at night and/or is overweight. Consider suggesting to him that he talk about his symptoms with his primary doctor--it is relatively easy to evaluate and treat. Take care, and stay healthy!
Answered 5/21/2016
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