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I have sleep problem and what causes me to fall asleep all the time?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleep DO?: Sleep disorders can be ruled in/out through sleep studies. Consult a neurologist.

Answered 1/24/2013

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