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My mom sleeps a lot and im afraid it will lead to medical isses he , can it?

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Dr. Steven Bowers answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

On the other hand: Excessive daytime sleepiness is often the result of some health problems. Possibilities include sleep apnea, narcolepsy, poor sleep hygiene and lack of stimulus control or there may be other causes. If this problem persists your mom may benefit from a visit to her pcp, and a sleep study if her symptoms indicate the need.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/15/2014

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A member asked:

My mom sleeps a lot and im afraid it will lead to medical isses he , can it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Bowers answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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