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I sleep for 7 hours each night. i need to sleep another few hours during the day. is this normal? this is a recent problem.

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Dr. Joyce Vrabec answered

Sleep: No this is not normal. Are you taking any meds that could have this as a side effect? Do you snore, perhaps you have sleep apnea. This needs to be discussed with your physician soon.

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/24/2014

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A member asked:

I sleep for 7 hours each night. i need to sleep another few hours during the day. is this normal? this is a recent problem.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joyce Vrabec answered

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

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