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For the past week now, i haven't been able to stop sleeping. all throughout the day and night no matter what i'm doing, i'm constantly falling asleep. this is in addition to 8 - 10hrs every night. i feel so fatigued and so tired constantly.

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Dr. Dean Giannone answered

Many possibilities.: There are innumerable medical, nutritional and emotional conditions that include being tired as a symptom. These range from simple issues to those far more complex. A good checkup and blood testing would be a good starting point. Could even be depression?

Answered 5/8/2018

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A member asked:

For the past week now, i haven't been able to stop sleeping. all throughout the day and night no matter what i'm doing, i'm constantly falling asleep. this is in addition to 8 - 10hrs every night. i feel so fatigued and so tired constantly.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dean Giannone answered

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