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Verycansada

06/15/2023 at 12:34 PM

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Because I need to take a nap every other day, I can only work part-time in the afternoons. My family finds it to be effective, although having energy and being awake would be excellent. I really didn't want to take the medications they gave me to stay awake. Did the meds help you? How to manage?

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LizziB

06/16/2023 at 12:19 PM

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Hi @Verycansada

How are you doing today?

It is always challenging when your condition puts your body on a different rhythm from the rest of the world. It is great that your family is supportive. Let me tag a few other Carenity members who may be able to share some of their experiences and can possibly give you some tips for making it through the day.

@mthreep12 @Coolboy2 @Rebel1155!, @kellyg3719 @jannie45 @asja420 @Nancylavonne1 @JohnSS @anthony25home @Susan55 @teatea @jqlyons @julia790 @Amostayar @Suebut @ggudanowski @NoFilter62 @Momov3burros @Ronman613 @KarenF @Full1234 @Hooper08 @Divegal56 @nu2rasln @Nisey69 @Lorikat81 @CharlotteB @Tilly77 @dsjones @Poppijack

Do you take medication to stay awake? How do you power through the day while fatigued and tired? Do you have any tips to share with @Verycansada ?

Let's share!

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Lizzi from the Carenity team

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Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2023-06-16 12:19:31

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Microsvc

01/19/2024 at 1:05 AM

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@LizziB Even with CPAP im tired after lunch and have fatigue, Its a real pain.

Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2024-01-19 01:05:54

mickey

01/19/2024 at 7:04 AM

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HELLO EVERYONE, I have not been feeling so good lately. I have no energy and I am in bed 80% of the time. I look at dish tv and enjoy my movies. It usually gets my mind off the pain. I can not sit for long periods of time. I do my best and I have not seen my son for 3 years. He is due to come here with his 3 children(never met) little people under the age of 7yrs. I am looking forward to be with them. I never thought, I would be someone's grandmother. Pray for me and keep me posted on current events.

Always Michele aka Mickey

Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2024-01-19 07:04:26

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01/19/2024 at 12:46 PM

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@mickey

Your story is so touching. I understand this is your reality and it breaks my heart to know that other people are going through such trauma. I truly hope your family visit it's wonderful. May peace and the Force be with you.

Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2024-01-19 12:46:51

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01/18/2024 at 11:53 PM

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yes I do

Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2024-01-18 23:53:26

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01/19/2024 at 3:03 AM

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I haven't been offered medication to help with staying awake as of yet. However, in my current situation, I probably sleep 16-20 hours out of a 24-hour period. I am, and have been, in a constant state of flare since before Christmas. I have been unable to work for over a year now.

Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2024-01-19 03:03:27

goosie

01/19/2024 at 10:17 AM

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I have lots of exhaustion and sleepiness too. It took me a bit and some healing to be able to tell the difference between sleepy and exhausted. My circadian rhythms are totally messed up and I can not fix it. So I am up all night and sleep most of the day, but the exact hours vary from day to day because one day I will sleep 12 hours and the next only 6. I miss the sun! I can no longer work full time either. I can barely work part-time, and I never quite know when I will be awake. It's driving me nuts.

Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2024-01-19 10:17:55

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02/03/2024 at 4:58 AM

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I was diagnosed with Sleep Apnea in 2019. Last October (2023) I was diagnosed as having Narcolepsy. Also the the sleepiness and fatigue are a result of my sleep apnea. I was put on Narcolepsy medication and it has helped wonders. I take it with my breakfast and it really helps. There are times I need to take a nap but it is not as frequent anymore.

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Do you struggle with daytime fatigue and sleepiness? https://www.carenity.us/forum/sleep-apnea/living-with-osteoarthritis/do-you-struggle-with-daytime-fatigue-and-sleep-5315 2024-02-03 04:58:20

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