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How much sleep do adults need

Im an 31 year old adult female and i the problem of thumb sucking in sleep it .it happens only when I'm unconsciously when I'm in my deep sleep . I don't know for how long hours or intensity I do it sleep .. but my cheeks get flat after it .. I need to get married soon But seems like my life is ruined due to this issue of mine .. I wear socks on b

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It seems to be an anxiety induced thumb sucking habit. It's quite common in anxiety disorder. But in your case it seems to be quite chronic and the symptoms are highly intensified. It needs to be addr ...  Read More

My two year old son has child breath holding spells could this condition lead to adult sleep apnea

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They are two different conditions. There is no relation between them. ...  Read More

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My two year old son has breath holding spells, will this lead to adult sleep apnea in later life.

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No,it has no relation. ...  Read More

Doctor has prescribed adult vaccines for my father who recently got diognised for sleep apnea after breathing problem.. Where can we get this adult vaccines ..? Is it available in home visit? What is the cost? Doctors prescription is attached for details Thanks Moiz

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Ink pervenar 13 cost about RS 1500.approx.given to prevent pneumonia in old age. Inj.flu vaccine cost around rs900.to prevent swine flue every year. All vaccine should be taken in hospital only. ...  Read More

How many days of mild fever is normal in adults???.......... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...

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more history needed ...  Read More

I have symptoms of adult adhd. I need to test it and get medication if need be

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your symptoms need evaluation. Please contact me. ...  Read More

Can anyone tell me how many hours of sleep per day is required for a young adult to completely relax his mind and body, so that he can start new day with fresh mind..?

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Hello, 6 to 8 hours. Varies from person to person slightly. ...  Read More

I sleep too much for an adult 21 years old.I cannot stay up at night.I feel sleepy right after dinner.I have this some kind of anxiety or depression I think.My heart beats so much sometimes thinking I might get some bad news.

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Symptoms of mild anxiety and depression.try relaxation exercise and if required take mild dose of any antidepressants after proper consulting any nearby psychiatrist. ...  Read More

What is the correct dose for Albendazole for adults. And how frequently we should take it ? Please suggest

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For Adult preferably metronidazole should be taken . ornidazole and tinidazole are other single dose options. ...  Read More

What is the name of a general deworming tablet for adults? I haven't dewormed in years. How often should adults deworm?

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According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment of worm infestation. Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment ...  Read More

Hello my baby is 3.5 years old and we are travelling. But can anyone recommend me how much dosage of Atrax by Dr Reddy to be given to baby. It was recommended by my doctor for baby's sleep. But I forgot prescription. Help please

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Need weight of baby Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( New ...  Read More

Is it dangerous to the baby if we sleep on the side . I m into 28 weeks now. I plan to sleep left side alwaz but i end up with right side position.

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Don't sleep on right more....left side is safe ...  Read More

Since 2 month Not able to sleep hole night and even during day when I sleep after 10minuts I feel chest pressure fear and chest tightness and heart palpitations in a week I heardly sleep 1or two days that to for 4-5hours why I am facing this issues and during day I feel throat tightness and tiredness please help me

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Are you currently facing any kind of stress? It can be symptom of stress, and if so you need medical assistance and therapy. But, first of all please visit your doctor because any physical illness nee ...  Read More

Hello doctor I am not able to sleep for hole night from 1month usually I get sleep weekly one or two days for 5hours and in between I get disturbness rest all days I feel chest pressure and fear so this is making me awake hole night and during day also not able to sleep I feel something stuck in throat not and always feel tired so I did ecg and CT

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Kindly consult ...  Read More

I have a 5 months baby. I did bath 2 times morning and night 7.30 PM. Baby sleep at 8.15 PM. But he wakes 10.30,12,2,4 like that. That means every 2 hours he wakes.or sometimes he wakes every 1 hour. I did my room also dark. But why this night time is not yet scheduled? Please suggest any ideas for this night time sleep schedule.

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For feeding they will wake . It’s common . Feed him and make him sleep . ...  Read More

My baby is 5 months old. I put sleep at 8.30 PM. But he wakes up 10.30. after that every one hour he wakes up. I am rocking the cradle for 10 mins then only he sleeps. Every 2 hours he takes feed also. Please suggest any ideas for this to change the sleep routine. I didn't put lights on. Why this happens?

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At 5 months, many babies still wake at night. You can help by setting a consistent bedtime routine, offering a full feed before sleep, keeping the room dark/quiet at night, and putting the baby down d ...  Read More

Once my sleep disturbed at night it may be 2.o'clock or 1.30 o'clock at night I can not sleep again .

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There can be a few different reasons why you can’t fall back asleep after waking in the middle of the night. 1. Stress& overthinking 2. Light & stimulation 3. Body clock 4. Sleep disorder or physic ...  Read More

Idk what is this happening again but I'm not able to sleep for till late night, i goes to bed at 11:00 but falls asleep between 2-3. Even i sometimes don't sleep at all. Or wakes up early. Even when I'm so tired and feel sleepy I can sleep for few minutes and again wakes up in the middle. Like if i came from outside and feel sleepy at 9:00, I'll sl

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I would sincerely suggest that you show yourself to a psychologist and a psychologist. There are many reasons why someone might have sleep issues . Do you existing mental health conditions or common ...  Read More

My son has 4 months old. He is not sleeping well in day time. At night time also wake every 2 hours and take feed. He needs swinging cradle for 10 mins. How to change the sleep time routine?

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Try to set and do night routine. He will change ...  Read More

My 1.5 month old baby just sleeps 1 hr in whole day in lap..and 6 hrs overall from 10 pm to 6 am.what may be the possible reasons,?

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Possible reasons for a 1.5-month-old baby's sleep pattern (1 hour during the day and 6 hours at night) include: * Day/Night Confusion: The baby hasn't yet distinguished between day and night. * Clus ...  Read More

Iam not able to sleep full night iam trying to sleep but i can't I took melatonin 3mg then also iam not able to sleep pls help me

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Hi.. will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

My son is 5 months old and he only sleeps on his left side. When I try to change his position he wakes up and starts crying. Is this unsafe for him? What can I do to help him.

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Babies often develop sleep preferences. However, it's important to continue placing him on his back for sleep, as this is the safest position to reduce the risk of SIDS. If he rolls to his side on his ...  Read More

I am unable to sleep. Not getting sleep . And not feeling like eating. And have ankel pain when ever walk after some time of sitting. Because of lack of sleep headache is also there. And not interested in anything.

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It may be coz of vitamin d deficiency. Take consultations for proper diagnosis ...  Read More

Can't sleep properly for two weeks. Any medication . ? Please suggest me some medicine. Very bad situation

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Connect ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, am not sure what is my problem ...out of last 7days I dint get sleep at least for 3 different night not for an hour...this is disrupting my life routine...am exercising still no use...what should u do

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

My 4 month old baby does not sleep well. He is sleep only 8 hr .I am going to see a doctor. He is give some drop . Like multivitamin, calcium,sleeping drop.i send pictures of this drop please tell me it's good for my baby specially sleeping drop .

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I am not getting proper sleep for past two weeks. Kindly suggest me a medicine so that I don't have to suffer. I have tried everything like mediation, breathing exercises, Pranayam still no effect. Please help 🙏

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You can do online consultation with me. I will give you prescription. ...  Read More

My friend is suffering a lot please help my friend to come out of depression she is not able to sleep She have Manu things running on her mind and she is not able to tell to anyone i wanted u to make her mind free

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Hello It's good that you are concerned about your friend, but please urge them to consult a psychiatrist because if she is in depression there needs to be a thorough assessment ...  Read More

What is the dosage, process and medication to deworm as adults? Age - 35y and 30y Weight - 54kgs and 75 kgs

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The dose of the medicine is only one irrespective of the age or weight of the patient . It comes in just one size and you need only one tablet, to be repeated after 3-4 months. The generic name is Meb ...  Read More

Unable to feel sleepy in night hard to get sleep but if a try to get sleep then easily wake up after 2 hours in middle of night suffering from 5 years

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Sleep disturbance can be due you variety of reasons, an evaluation will be helpful to understand the cause and initiate treatment for the same. ...  Read More

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