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I had a sleep deprived eeg because i am always tired and want to nap. came back with abnormal spikes. take topomax for migraines. is this a concern?

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Dr. James Cunnar answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Possibly: You should have your question answered by a neurologist. Abnormal spikes on an eeg need to be appropriately interpreted.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/26/2013

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Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Ask your neurologist: This is something you need to ask your neurologist about. I am not sure how a sleep deprived eeg helps answer why you want to nap however.

Answered 8/29/2013

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A member asked:

I had a sleep deprived eeg because i am always tired and want to nap. came back with abnormal spikes. take topomax for migraines. is this a concern?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Cunnar answered

Dr Fowler agreed

Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

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