Extreme Sleepiness After Eating Sugar- 88 Questions Answered

I feel very sleepy after eating a meal. It is not the usual drowsiness that most people experience after eating. I feel extremely sleepy and compelled to take a nap. This is also affecting my productivity at work. I checked my blood sugar levels both fasting and PPBS and they are normal. My vitamin D and vitamin B12 levels are low. Please advise wh

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Dr. Vijayalaxmi Shende Family and Community Medicine Specialist | Pune

Hi Need to know more information Consult me online with your reports for Proper treatment and guidance ... Read More

Hello doctor, what can be possible reasons for excessive sleepiness/ drowsy feeling throughout daytime but not evening??

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Dr. Amitabh Gupta Neurosurgeon | Delhi

Generally it’s inactivity and seasonal like in winters it’s more. Best is to do regular exercises and keep your self active. ... Read More

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I am sleeping 10-12 hours in the night and still sleepy throughout the day. On holidays I am sleeping in the afternoon also. I don't why it's happening and it started suddenly. Please advice.

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Dr. Navya G General Physician | Bangalore

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Hi there..excessive daytime sleepiness is feeling sleepy in day even after having adequate or prolonged night sleep..causes of it include Disturbance of the body's circadian rhythm(e.g. jet lag, shift ... Read More

For the past 2-3 weeks I haven't been able to eat,I've been very sleepy and my muscles are sore all over.

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Dr. Rajesh Shukla General Physician | Bangalore

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You need to get a routine work up blood test done to rule out any infection. Any more details can be taken during direct consult ... Read More

After 30 mins of eating ,i am feeling very very sleepy and not able to concentrate on my studies . Even my stools are watery and not digested well

Asked for Male, 21 Years 1229 Views v

Dr. Seema Mahesh Homoeopath | Bangalore

You must see a doctor as i suspect there may be issues with your intestines and nutrition ... Read More

Since last 6 months I have been suffering from fatigue. Whenever I eat something I feel tired and sleepy. Did medical check up and was diagnoised with Gallstones. Consulted doctor and having medicines for that. However my tiredness and sleepy feeling after eating remains the same. It's making not work properly. Please advise what could be the reaso

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Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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HELLO, IT'S A NORMAL PHENOMENON,NO MEDICINE FOR GALL STONE HELS YOU IN FATIGUE. GALL STONE IS TREATABLE BY SURGERY WHEN THEIR IS SEVER PAIN. FOR FEELING SLEEPY N TIRED AFTER EATING YOU CAN TAKE TA ... Read More

I don't have diabetes. But from few months if I eat sweets or sugar I feel too much disturbed. And irritated.earlier I used to love sweets a lot.even now I like sweets and feel like eating them but if I eat sugar contained food I will struggle. Why this and what I should do?

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Dr. R.Ravindranath Diabetologist | Chennai

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You are developing glucose impaired glucose intolerance ... Read More

I feel sleepy and tired after eating food. This started infecting covid 19 and after that it is regular activities in my body. It is a sign serious effect of covid 19 or post covid symptoms.

Asked for Male, 43 Years 260 Views v

Ms. Neha Suryawanshi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you. ... Read More

I'm extremely sleepy and hungry and my motion is not free from 4 days. What is happening in my stomach?please help me.

Asked for Male, 16 Years 34 Views v

Dr. Nikhil Gawde Laparoscopic Surgeon | Mumbai

Syrup Cremaffin 20 ml in night after food u can take ... Read More

I hav hypothyroidism taking 75mgthyroxine tab,fatty liver grade1, prediabetes ( 5.8),sinus tachycardia( fast heart beat),IBS, From 4 months I feel extreem sleepy after 2hours of eating.i eat breakfast 9am I feel extreem sleepy at 11am duration 5-10min I can't control it I can't concentrate on work. Iam doing yoga /walking but problem is not solved

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I have checked my sugar level after 2 hrs of eating and its 142. In lunch I had aalloo bengan with 2 chapati and one cup of raita along with some cucumber. Is it normal ? 142 ? I'm 30 year old an active adult. Thanks in advance.

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Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

My wife's sugar levels after 2 to 3hours of eating lies in the range of 80-90 and feels less energetic. Her HBA1c is normal, Cortisol is normal, 24 HR urine and blood plasma are normal. What could be the reason. Recently she was treated for Hpylori infection. Kindly suggest.

Asked for Male, 35 Years 164 Views v

Dr. Chaithra H General Physician | Bangalore

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Needs to be evaluated. Do Consult. Avoid spicy foods Avoid coffee and tea in empty stomach. ... Read More

I usually don't prefer having sugar since my childhood and my energy levels are good. My metabolism is high and a little below my age. Is that normal?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 112 Views v

Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal General Physician | Jhansi

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Yes ok Do connect and consult ... Read More

After 2 hours of eating, i checked sugar at home 78. Is it too less. I always have low sugar,i got it tested in lab then also it was this much. Is it normal?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 135 Views v

Dr. Gangaram Saini General Physician | Bharatpur

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Hi after 2 hours of eating i tested my sugar at home and it was 78 ,is it normal? I always had low sugar problem,I got it tested in lab sometime back and then also it was low.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 246 Views v

Dr. J Ravikiran General Medicine | Hyderabad

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I am 25 years old. My sister and my mother is having diabetes. I eat chocolates and pastries very often too much. But I have normal weight. Can I develop diabetes because of having too much sugar consumption in 25 years

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Dr. J Ravikiran General Medicine | Hyderabad

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I have fasting sugar between 100-110 and pp sugar between 150-165 . Do i need to take medication . I feel fatigued and sleepy mist of the time . Have pain in legs . I am obese and have sedentary lifestyle . Should i try with changing lifestyle for 3 months before starting the medicene

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Dr. (Maj) D Dheeraj Reddy General Physician | Hyderabad

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My father age 58yrs had an angioplasty done on 24th October 2023 and he is having Chronic Liver Disease as well, as doctor informed us that post angioplasty his bilirubin may spike a bit so his bilirubin is 4.2 currently and his sodium level is 125.6, the problem is that post this he is extremely sleepy, fatigue and in sleep he is blabbering somet

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Dr. Sivabal V Cardiologist | Thiruvananthapuram

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He needs detailed evaluation of liver function including coagulation profile. Consult a Gastroenterologist. ... Read More

Lam taking fludac 60 mg in night. I told this to the doctor that i am feeling extreme sleepiness and weakness throughout the day. Also done with thyroid,EEG test and other. Everything is normal. Plz note modafinil doesn't suits me. Plz provide me a helpful advice

Asked for Male, 21 Years 35 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

I am taking fludac 80 mg in night and rablet it in the morning. I told this to the doctor that i am feeling extreme sleepiness and weakness throughout the day. Also done with thyroid,EEG test and other. Everything is normal. Plz note modafinil doesn't suits me. Plz provide me a helpful advice.

Asked for Male, 21 Years 214 Views v

Dr. Anand Babu A Psychiatrist | Salem

Hi.. I understand ur problem. In your case dosage of your medication may be reduced. Or medication can be given in divided doses. Pls review with psychiatrist. ... Read More

My fasting blood sugar is 93 and after one hour I checked my blood sugar it's 220 I ate 5 idlies it it normal to have such high levels after one hour of eating I am pre diabetic my hba1c is 5.9

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Dr. Komal Bhandari Totla Diabetologist | Solapur

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It's mildly high..if possible stick to 4 idlis only ... Read More

I am 22 yr old and i just ate strawberry cream biscuit and milky cake.. then right after i test sugar in sugar kit... it shows 155.. am i diabetic? My fasting rate of sugar is 90

Asked for Female, 22 Years 150 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Just afetr y eating meal I.cheked my sugar with diabities matching It is 140 .it is normal ?? Or high .

Asked for Female, 32 Years 181 Views v

Dr. Komal Bhandari Totla Diabetologist | Solapur

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Normal ... Read More

My blood sugar is 78 after eating for last one month. Request specialist to confirm me that is it normal or need to visit.

Asked for Female, 37 Years 1157 Views v

Dr. Vaishali Krishna Digrajkar General Physician | Thane

It is fine .nothing to worry at all.improve your food and water intake. ... Read More

Diabetic patient but random blood sugar 60 after eating the whole day. What's this? Taking azulux 2mf forte od.

Asked for Female, 42 Years 97 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Goel General Practitioner | Gurgaon

Need to reduce the dose of Azulix and start taking Azulix 1MF ... Read More

My mother sugar level before eating was 200 now after eating it's 400 please suggest she is on medication

Asked for Male, 27 Years 384 Views v

Dr. Mahesh M Lakhe Infectious Diseases Physician | Pune

Postprandial hyperglycemia is a known issue in indian diabetic patients. It needs special focus during management. ... Read More

Hello sir/madam, Before 2016 I was very active but now a day I feel very tired anytime of the day , I always feel sleepy ,my hairs are falling ,when I wakes up I dont feel fresh. I procastinating all my works. I cant concentrate to any work

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Dr. Devnil Pathak General Practitioner | Kishanganj

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Yup ... Read More

I feel extremely tired and sleepy right after eating any meal like lunch or dinner. Is this a sign of any disease like diabetes - but my blood sugar is normal? What can I do to avoid sleepiness?

Asked for Male, 38 Years 206 Views v

Dr. Nikhil N G General Practitioner | Bangalore

Postprandial lethargy and drowsiness is common in many people. Try having light meals. Do not completely full your stomach. Have small and frequent meals. Reduce intake of sugar, oil, ghee, non veg, c ... Read More

I had section delivery due to preeclampsia in March 2020. Now I take depin 5mg and thyronorm 125mg. For the past one month I am eager to have sweets although I used to hate sweets. Also past few days I suddenly feel blackout front of eyes. In the morning I had 3 to 4 glucose biscuits parleg after one hour my sugar was 81. Does I am having any sug

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Asked for Female, 35 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Emmanuel M J Internal Medicine | Bangalore

Hello , I understand your query. To rule out whether you have diabetes or not get a HbA1c level done . Regards ... Read More

I am student, from few months, I feel sleepy after eating anything, in morning if I do breakfast then again I feel sleepy, if I don't do breakfast then I don't feel sleepy, please suggest something

Asked for Male, 22 Years 177 Views v

Dr. Amitabh Gupta Neurosurgeon | Delhi

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Start regular exercises with morning walks. Thanks ... Read More

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Hello doctor, what can be possible reasons for excessive sleepiness/ drowsy feeling throughout daytime but not evening??

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I am sleeping 10-12 hours in the night and still sleepy throughout the day. On holidays I am sleeping in the afternoon also. I don't why it's happening and it started suddenly. Please advice.

For the past 2-3 weeks I haven't been able to eat,I've been very sleepy and my muscles are sore all over.

After 30 mins of eating ,i am feeling very very sleepy and not able to concentrate on my studies . Even my stools are watery and not digested well

I don't have diabetes. But from few months if I eat sweets or sugar I feel too much disturbed. And irritated.earlier I used to love sweets a lot.even now I like sweets and feel like eating them but if I eat sugar contained food I will struggle. Why this and what I should do?

I feel sleepy and tired after eating food. This started infecting covid 19 and after that it is regular activities in my body. It is a sign serious effect of covid 19 or post covid symptoms.

I'm extremely sleepy and hungry and my motion is not free from 4 days. What is happening in my stomach?please help me.

I have checked my sugar level after 2 hrs of eating and its 142. In lunch I had aalloo bengan with 2 chapati and one cup of raita along with some cucumber. Is it normal ? 142 ? I'm 30 year old an active adult. Thanks in advance.

My wife's sugar levels after 2 to 3hours of eating lies in the range of 80-90 and feels less energetic. Her HBA1c is normal, Cortisol is normal, 24 HR urine and blood plasma are normal. What could be the reason. Recently she was treated for Hpylori infection. Kindly suggest.

I usually don't prefer having sugar since my childhood and my energy levels are good. My metabolism is high and a little below my age. Is that normal?

After 2 hours of eating, i checked sugar at home 78. Is it too less. I always have low sugar,i got it tested in lab then also it was this much. Is it normal?

Hi after 2 hours of eating i tested my sugar at home and it was 78 ,is it normal? I always had low sugar problem,I got it tested in lab sometime back and then also it was low.

I am 25 years old. My sister and my mother is having diabetes. I eat chocolates and pastries very often too much. But I have normal weight. Can I develop diabetes because of having too much sugar consumption in 25 years

I have fasting sugar between 100-110 and pp sugar between 150-165 . Do i need to take medication . I feel fatigued and sleepy mist of the time . Have pain in legs . I am obese and have sedentary lifestyle . Should i try with changing lifestyle for 3 months before starting the medicene

Lam taking fludac 60 mg in night. I told this to the doctor that i am feeling extreme sleepiness and weakness throughout the day. Also done with thyroid,EEG test and other. Everything is normal. Plz note modafinil doesn't suits me. Plz provide me a helpful advice

I am taking fludac 80 mg in night and rablet it in the morning. I told this to the doctor that i am feeling extreme sleepiness and weakness throughout the day. Also done with thyroid,EEG test and other. Everything is normal. Plz note modafinil doesn't suits me. Plz provide me a helpful advice.

My fasting blood sugar is 93 and after one hour I checked my blood sugar it's 220 I ate 5 idlies it it normal to have such high levels after one hour of eating I am pre diabetic my hba1c is 5.9

I am 22 yr old and i just ate strawberry cream biscuit and milky cake.. then right after i test sugar in sugar kit... it shows 155.. am i diabetic? My fasting rate of sugar is 90

Just afetr y eating meal I.cheked my sugar with diabities matching It is 140 .it is normal ?? Or high .

My blood sugar is 78 after eating for last one month. Request specialist to confirm me that is it normal or need to visit.

Diabetic patient but random blood sugar 60 after eating the whole day. What's this? Taking azulux 2mf forte od.

My mother sugar level before eating was 200 now after eating it's 400 please suggest she is on medication

Hello sir/madam, Before 2016 I was very active but now a day I feel very tired anytime of the day , I always feel sleepy ,my hairs are falling ,when I wakes up I dont feel fresh. I procastinating all my works. I cant concentrate to any work

I feel extremely tired and sleepy right after eating any meal like lunch or dinner. Is this a sign of any disease like diabetes - but my blood sugar is normal? What can I do to avoid sleepiness?

I am student, from few months, I feel sleepy after eating anything, in morning if I do breakfast then again I feel sleepy, if I don't do breakfast then I don't feel sleepy, please suggest something

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