HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Severe Sleepiness And Tiredness?

Every afternoon, at about 2pm, I feel very sleepy. My overnight sleep habits haven't changed recently (I get about 7 hours per night) nor has my lunch time routine and menu changed.
Can tiredness like this be related to an underlying condition?
Thu, 15 Jun 2017
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist,  's  Response
Hello,

There are multiple causes for day time sleepiness. Most common having poor night time sleep. But in your case as you have mentioned you are having adequate sleep at night. So it can be due to other reasons like excessive work, mental fatigue, tiredness or medicines.

You have not mentioned if you are on any medicines? It can also due to thyroid disturbances. Your history is incomplete and more details are required however, if it is not troubling you then you can wait and watch. If it is disturbing your routine, I suggest you to consult physician and find out the cause behind this.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Prashant Gohil
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Severe Sleepiness And Tiredness?

Hello, There are multiple causes for day time sleepiness. Most common having poor night time sleep. But in your case as you have mentioned you are having adequate sleep at night. So it can be due to other reasons like excessive work, mental fatigue, tiredness or medicines. You have not mentioned if you are on any medicines? It can also due to thyroid disturbances. Your history is incomplete and more details are required however, if it is not troubling you then you can wait and watch. If it is disturbing your routine, I suggest you to consult physician and find out the cause behind this. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Prashant Gohil