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A member asked:

Hi doctors ,cannot sleep for a week now need help what is the best sleep aid for me use ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Insomnia: There is not enough information given. Please see your doctor to discuss this. Good luck!

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/18/2019

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