Drowsiness
Alternate Names : Sleepiness
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
When someone complains of abnormal drowsiness, the healthcare provider will ask questions, such as:
how long it has been present
whether it occurs all day every day or only on some days
whether it is getting worse, better, or staying the same
the number of hours of sleep the person gets every night and whether there is any trouble with sleeping
the amount of stress in the
person's life
the amount of activity or exercise a person engages in
the person's diet
any other symptoms the person is having, such as weight loss, fever, or confusion
what medications, drugs, or herbs a person takes, if any
what other medical problems a person has, if any
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