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What can be the reason for excessive sleeping?

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Medical problem.: There are some medical issues which might be causing excessive sleeping which should be investigated. Visit with your doctor and start the process.

Answered 1/13/2015

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What can be the reason for excessive sleeping?

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Dr. Dean Giannone answered

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