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I've been extremely lethargic, wanting to do nothing but sleep all day everyday for the past week. what could be going on with me? i'm worried.

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Dr. Sarandeep Makkar answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Lethargy: I noticed you are taking Zoloft, (sertraline) Ativan and have a history of depression. Please see your doctor , your med dosage may need adjustment . also have your doctor do a Tsh and T4 and CBC.

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Answered 5/16/2016

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