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I have severe fatigue one minute i'm fine and the next minute i can't keep my eyes open what could cause this?

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Dr. Andrew Germanovich answered

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Many reasons: Medications like benadryl, (diphenhydramine) dehydration, low blood glucose, low thyroid, sleep deprivation. Talk to your doctor.

Answered 8/5/2013

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A member asked:

I have severe fatigue one minute i'm fine and the next minute i can't keep my eyes open what could cause this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Germanovich answered

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