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Since last year, i've been sleeping at 2-3am which gives 4-5hr of sleep. will this patten and the amount of hours i sleep cause an illness in future?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

You need your sleep: It is crucial to your body to have appropriate amount of sleep. 8 hours is recommended but 5 is acceptable. So you work on this naturally. Read watch tv just relax your mind.

Dr Rosenblatt agreed

Answered 8/28/2016

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A member asked:

Since last year, i've been sleeping at 2-3am which gives 4-5hr of sleep. will this patten and the amount of hours i sleep cause an illness in future?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Rosenblatt agreed

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