Excessive daytime sleepiness, commonly known as hypersomnia, is the inability to stay awake and alert during the day despite getting enough sleep at night. Feeling excessively sleepy during the day, even after a long sleep, is a common symptom. It can be a primary or secondary state.
According to Healthline, there are two types of hypersomnia: primary hypersomnia and secondary hypersomnia. Primary hypersomnia occurs without a current medical condition, whereas secondary hypersomnia is due to other medical conditions.
Causes of hypersomnia:
1. Sleep Disorders Narcolepsy and Sleep Apnea
2. Not getting enough sleep at night
3. Idiopathic hypersomnia
4. Overweight
5. Drug or alcohol abuse
6. Head injury
7. Prescription drugs
8. Depression
How do I know if I have hypersomnia?
Symptoms of this condition include frequent naps during the day, still not feeling refreshed after 10 hours or more of sleep, and falling asleep during activities such as talking, driving, or eating. Difficulty walking from long sleep, feeling disoriented, slow speech, slow thinking, anorexia, hallucinations, low energy, and memory difficulties.
Tips to solve this problem
1. Try to maintain a regular sleep schedule
2. Don’t tell me you stay up late
3. Limit your alcohol intake
4. Limit caffeine intake 4-5 hours before bed
5. Sleep in a quiet room
6. Engage in recreational activities during the day
7. Talk to your doctor
(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment.)
