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Insomnia. little to no sleep for 7+ years. ideas?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

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Sleep study???: have you had a sleep study?? Potentially sleep apnea or some other sleep issue that is related to an underlying health problem. Physically or emotion, stress, etc. I would see a Dr. and hopefully get advice personally.

Answered 12/19/2014

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