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Sleep symptom of daytime drowsiness, but i don't even snore . . . why am i drowsy?

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?sleep apnea: Sleep apnea often goes on for years without the patient knowing. It is a common cause of day sleepiness. It does not have to be associated with snoring.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 10/20/2012

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