A member asked:

So tired all the time i work 3rd shift and its hard to sleep?

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Dr. Randy Sussmane Stubbs answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine

Shift work: Sleep during the day is more difficult. You need to black out your windows, wear dark glasses on the drive home. Quiet room. Also light therapy might help, as might modafinil.

Answered 6/8/2015

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Pattern: Quiet bedroom-turn off tv, radio & phone; consider ear plugs; keep temperature cool but comfortable, exercise regularly (not for 3 hours prior to bed). Keep dark! avoid alcohol, caffeine, large meals or excess fluids before bed. Wear dark sunglasses if driving home in the am and avoid light prior to bed. Melatonin 3 mg prior to bed may help sleep. If not effective see your doctor for sleep aid.

Answered 12/9/2013

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