Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Feel sleep most of the time

Question
Hello

I feel quite sleepy most of the time. There are very less time I remember in the past 12 years when I felt fresh mood since neurasthenia had taken over me. But it has gradually reduced and now I feel better. Also if I keep sleeping for long time for example first 10 hours night sleep and the 4 hours noon sleep then most probably I'll feel relaxed and fresh.

Since I was 16 years I would wake all night and sleep at 5-6 am till I was 18 years. During this time I became depressive and also used to take strong dose of tea. I think my sleep is quite related with condition of my stomach and I suffer from IBS.

My body is tense since 12 years. But now it's reduced. To reduce my tension I've now quit the job and sitting in home. Pl. tell me if my sleep disorder is due to stomach digestion problem?

Also I want to tell you -- when I've had very good sleep and have least tension -- I feel relaxed. But these moments are rare. That's why I'm sure my tension/sleep etc is not due to physical issues.


Answer
You may have narcolepsy which is the uncontrollable urge to fall asleep at inappropriate times, you dont have to have all the symptoms even being tired all day. First of all you need to get basic blood test to rule out any anemia, or mono, if all checks out consider seeing a sleep center, your local hospital can refer you.  go to sleepnet.com click on narcolepsy to read about its symptoms, feel free to email again.karel