Doctors point out 5 alarming reasons that explain the constant sleepiness of some people. They really do not get enough sleep at the "proper" time, and because of lack of sleep all day long then they feel like lying down.
So, sometimes the constant desire to fall asleep can be a symptom of serious diseases or painful conditions. Which ones? Let's figure it out:
1. Iron deficiency
In the human body, iron deficiency leads to a decrease in hemoglobin in the bloodstream. And this circumstance is quite capable of provoking iron deficiency anemia. One of the main and important signs in this case is just constant sleepiness.
Hemoglobin is actively involved in the transport of oxygen to all tissues of the body, including supplying it to the brain. If there is not enough oxygen, the head works worse, you feel tired, you want to rest, that is, sleep. However, at the first symptoms, you should not "prescribe" medicines and vitamins to yourself. It is better to make an appointment with a doctor and take the necessary tests. And the specialist will already decide what you need and what not.
2. Thyroid problems
The thyroid gland is responsible in the human body for normal metabolism. It produces important hormones. Disturbances in the work of this organ are almost always accompanied by drowsiness, rapid fatigue. A person's memory works worse, weight increases, the condition of hair and nails worsens.
In this case, it would be necessary to make an appointment with an endocrinologist, also pass tests, and also do an ultrasound of the thyroid gland.
3. Low pressure
If a person's blood pressure is constantly low, this condition is called hypotension. The disease occurs if the cardiovascular system malfunctions. As a result of this decrease in pressure, the brain does not receive enough oxygen. As a result, drowsiness appears.
Another person with hypotension feels pain in the temples, as well as weakness. He is dizzy and may faint. Such people are irritable and more stressful than others.
Doctors say: the best treatment for hypotension is prevention: an active lifestyle, a healthy diet and adherence to the correct daily regimen.
4. Restless legs syndrome
Many people simply cannot lie still - they need to move their legs all the time, less often their arms. And most often at night. Therefore, it is difficult for them to fall asleep. So there is a feeling of lack of sleep and a constant desire to lie down.
This disease has a name - "restless legs syndrome" (occurs in 2-10% of people). It is accompanied by unpleasant "goosebumps" in the legs. And to get rid of these "creeping" creeps, "shake off" them, the patient is forced to constantly move / wiggle the limbs.
If you do not seek medical help in time, the case may even end in hypothyroidism or arthritis.
5. Diabetes
The constant desire to sleep can also cause diabetes. The loss of energy in this disease is felt due to the high level of glucose in the blood. When a person is healthy, insulin is produced in his body with the intake of glucose, which carries energy to the cells. And we feel a surge of strength.
But in diabetics, all natural processes are disturbed. The cells constantly feel a lack of insulin, and the person experiences a state of drowsiness.
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