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Up at 7 am, can't hold his eyes open by 8 pm. been tested for sleep apnea, had nasal reconductive surgery, levels tested & normal.y is he so tired?

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Dr. Carlo Hatem answered

Good question: Hard to give any answers without reviewing all the tests done. If suffering from sleep apnea and symptoms despite treatment, medications are available to promote wakefulness.

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Sleep apnea: Was he tested with an overnight witnessed sleep study, or just a finger pulse oxygen device? An overnight study is necessary to diagnose sleep apnea . Has he had tonsils and adenoids removed? Does he snore? Wet the bed? All are signs of sleep apnea.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Specialist?: Has he been evaluated by a board certified sleep specialist? Complex question. Work with an expert to determine cause of problem.

Answered 12/27/2016

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A member asked:

Up at 7 am, can't hold his eyes open by 8 pm. been tested for sleep apnea, had nasal reconductive surgery, levels tested & normal.y is he so tired?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Carlo Hatem answered

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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