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2018-10-21 10:30:22
My father even after a good nights sleep keeps dosing throughout the day. He is on huge amounts of medicines and i need to consult a sleep specialist
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If he is 91 yrs old and on a lot of medication then his lethargy is understandable. You might need to visit a geriatrician to take a relook at his medications and other causes of drowsyness.
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