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Wondering if I'm the only one...

Sgt Romeo

Morning,

I am currently on the night shift with the emergency services.  This could be contributing to my problems, but I doubt it.  I am hoping to be diagnosed soon with Aspergers after a trip to my GP who agreed AS could be the root of all my problems.

For years (probably about 10) I have had problems with sleep.  Every day I wake up so tired, like I could go straight back to sleep immediately.  On occasions I have fallen asleep at work.  I only occasionally have problems falling asleep, and sleep from anywhere between 5 and 12 hours a night.  No matter how much sleep I get, I still wish I could stay in bed until I'm feeling fully refreshed.  I can sleep no matter what time it is (ie I have sometimes gone back to bed after breakfast & slept for another few hours).

Am I the only one, or is this common for AS people?

Thanks,

Jess

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  • I am frequently tired but this is caused by other health issues, not AS.

    Do you snore? If you have sleep apnea this will make you tired in the day.

    Has your GP done any blood tests? As basic, they ought to do a full blood count, electrolytes, B12, folate, and vitamin D. If you work nights you are likely to be D-deficient if you don't take supplements.

    Be wary of any GP who dismisses your fatigue as just part of AS, although some people have anxiety which stops you dropping off or interrupts sleep, it doesn't sound like this is the case here.

    Good luck!

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  • I am frequently tired but this is caused by other health issues, not AS.

    Do you snore? If you have sleep apnea this will make you tired in the day.

    Has your GP done any blood tests? As basic, they ought to do a full blood count, electrolytes, B12, folate, and vitamin D. If you work nights you are likely to be D-deficient if you don't take supplements.

    Be wary of any GP who dismisses your fatigue as just part of AS, although some people have anxiety which stops you dropping off or interrupts sleep, it doesn't sound like this is the case here.

    Good luck!

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