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Sleepiness In Early Pregnancy

Health Encyclopedia: Hypothyroidism Symptoms

Symptoms

Early Symptoms. Early symptoms of hypothyroidism are subtle and, in older people, can be easily mistaken for symptoms of stress or aging. They include:

Chronic fatigue
Sensitivityto cold
Headache
Muscle and joint aches
Weight gain, despite diminished appetite
Constipation
Dry skin

In premenopausal women, early symptoms can interfere with fertility. They may experience heavy periods or, in rare cases, a milky discharge from the breasts. A history of miscarriage may be a sign of impending hypothyr...

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Health Guide

Insomnia: Risk Factors

...stay mostly indoors and do not receive adequate sunlight.Lack of sleep at night can lead to excessive sleepiness during the day. A 2006 study reported the following risk factors for excessive... Read more »

Insomnia: Medications

...the next day and may not be very effective in providing restful sleep. Side effects include:Daytime sleepinessDizzinessDrunken movementsBlurred visionDry mouth and throatIn general, these drugs... Read more »

Anxiety Disorders: Medications

...respond to an SSRI alone. They are also possibly useful for severe GAD. Common side effects include sleepiness and dizziness. Most cause weight gain. In high doses they may cause extrapyramidal... Read more »

Prognosis for Adult Asthma

...frightening. It significantly lowers the quality of life.Sleep Disorders. Sleeplessness and daytime sleepiness are common problems. Studies indicate that between 80 - 93% ofpeople with asthmahave... Read more »

Epilepsy: Outlook and Effects

...phenobarbital are also usually advised not to nurse.) A mother should watch for signs of lethargy or extreme sleepiness in her infant, which could be caused by her medication.Injuries and... Read more »

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