Is Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) Real?

Categories: Sleep Apnea, Snoring

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Your eyelids feel heavy. You nod off at work or at school. You fight to keep your eyeballs open while driving.

Many people feel drowsy during the day occasionally. It’s almost a given considering our “always-on” modern lifestyles. However, an estimated 20 percent of the population experiences perpetual chronic daytime sleepiness. This means they struggle to stay awake almost every day.

What is Excessive Daytime Sleepiness?

This harmful ailment is called Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) or Excessive Sleepiness (ES). It is more than typical tiredness. A person who experiences it has to fight to stay alert. Their head may drop and they may momentarily doze off. They may have difficulty staying focused.

Imagine how frustrating and dangerous it would be! Perhaps you suffer from this condition and know perfectly what it’s like. If this describes how you feel most days, we urge you to call Houston Sleep Solutions at the number below to schedule a sleep consultation.

OUR LOCATIONS:

PHONE: 281-320-2000

Call Houston Sleep Solutions at the number below to schedule a sleep consultation. We look forward to meeting you and helping you get on the path to a healthier tomorrow.

Contact Houston Sleep Solutions:

OUR LOCATIONS:

PHONE: 281-320-2000

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OUR LOCATIONS:

PHONE: 281-320-2000

 

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