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My sleep pattern is as such: able to fall asleep fairly quickly, sleep solid for 3 hrs, then often sleep very lightly after that. why? no apnea.
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Depression, Anxiety: Thank you for informing about Depression, Echo and EKG Stress Test. Both Anxiety and Depression can cause sleep problems. Let Wise Man in you reflect: Stresses of • Relationships • Work • Finances • Past unresolved conflicts • Loneliness • Use of Alcohol • Use of Caffeine • Use of Nicotine After that, see a Psychiatrist for • Diagnosis • Counseling for stresses in life • Medication as necessary
Answered 3/21/2018
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