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I get bout 9 hours of sleep almost everyday. but i still feel sleepy hows come?

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Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

Possibly: Sleep apnea----a very common problem. I suggest that you see your doc and ask him, /her whether this could be the cause. Diagnosi requires a sleep lab study.

Answered 2/15/2013

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A member asked:

I get bout 9 hours of sleep almost everyday. but i still feel sleepy hows come?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

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