Not a Moral Failing [LJ Idol, 3 Strikes, Week 3]

[joyfulfeather]

"Does the new medication make you sleepy?" Dr. A asked me, her pen poised to write my answer in her records.

I laughed. "I don't think I'd notice the difference. I'm always sleepy. I can't stay awake in meetings. Heck, I have trouble staying awake driving to work in the mornings." I shook my head ruefully. "I need to get more sleep."

Dr. A looked up

Comments

[pixiebelle]

I’ve struggled with sleepiness all my life. I think it’s my ADHD but I don’t know. I struggle to stay awake in meetings or classes no matter how much sleep I get.

It’s frustrating. I hope you find the cause (and a solution) soon

[engarian]

I'm glad you had a doctor intelligent enough to realize that there might be another reason for your sleepiness. I hope you get that conquered because there's nothing much worse than sleepwalking through life.

- Erulisse (one L)

[d0gs]

Good luck! I really hope you can get some answers for this!

[swirlsofblue]

Thank you for sharing, glad you're heading towards a solution. So many times we need to be gentler with ourselves.

[tonithegreat]

Sleep is so mysterious but so vital. I'm pretty sure that I have some apnea, but if I manage my stress load and physical health I don't think it's bad enough that I need to go get diagnosed yet. I'm very glad you have a good doctor that's leading you toward answers.