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Why does lack of sleep make me feel so lousy - not just tired, but achy, cranky, not as sharp, etc.? what can i do to get a better night's sleep?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Your question: is VERY common....and the results of poor sleeping are those you mention PLUS a number of chronic medical conditions! START with your mattress!! THEN ask your Primary care Doctor (or a Health Tap Consultant using Health Tap Prime!!) for a lesson in SLEEP HYGIENE! Hope this Helps! Dr Z

Answered 9/17/2016

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A member asked:

Why does lack of sleep make me feel so lousy - not just tired, but achy, cranky, not as sharp, etc.? what can i do to get a better night's sleep?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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