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How is thyroid problem affect insomnia?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

High is worse: Thyroid is like a gas pedal in your car. Too high, too fast, not enough sleep. Too low, too slow, too much sleep. Have it fixed by your doc.

Dr Nguyen and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 4/25/2016

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