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Tried every sleep rx and alternative therapies,apnea test, and crappy off market or new drug.. will an md ever script seconal for lifelong insomnia?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Sleep Study done: You need to have a sleep evaluation to help clarify the details of your insomnia.

Answered 6/26/2017

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