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I have gotten into a car accident recently, and ever since then, i have had excessive periods of falling asleep. i am 54. doctors can't tell me.
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See neuro: I do not know if any head trauma was involved, but even abrupt "Stopping" of the head as can be experienced in a Car accident, may cause concussion like symptoms, including excessive sleepiness. See a Neurologist to be safe and for a full comprehensive eval. Best wishes.
Answered 11/6/2014
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