I am sleepy all the time lately. I am awake about 4 hours a day and sleep 20 or more. Is it Narcolepsy?

I am not taking pills or anything. Just always so tired. Is it body exertion? Why am I so sleepy? I read about Narcolepsy, and from the description, this doesn't seem to fit the pattern.

Sounds like you may have hypersomnolence which is basically excessive sleepiness. It can be caused by a number of things including having sleep apnea or narcolepsy. I would recommend seeing a sleep specialist.

Narcolepsy is a disease where you just unexpectedly drop off to sleep.

You might be sleep deprived. There are many sleep diagnostic clinics around the country. Talk to your doctor.

Are you sure you don't have Anemia? You might be low on blood and not even know it . you should contact your Doctor
to make sure.

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