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Feeling sleepy in 21 weeks of pregnancy
Currently I am feeling sleepy and feel like taking rest more than often. Is this something to worry about?
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Consult your gynecologist during routine check up visit .
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Can be anaemia
Get investigation done
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Please share details then I can help you further.
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No it is completely normal, just don't miss your follow ups!
And don't forget to take Fe and folic acid tablets!
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R u dealing with any depression?..do you go for work?...hydrate..enough food.. exercise...just check your hormonal and metabolic status...tft..need psychiatric consultation if any issues...kindly consult a physician
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Hi, would need a detailed consult for the same. Kindly contact me
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Hormone level change cause sleep. No any problem. Relax.
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Its normal during pregnancy to feel sleepy and lethargic ..
High levels of Progesterone has natural sedative effect and calming effect ..
As most of your consumed calories and oxygen is delivered to ur baby u often feel low energy and fatigue..
It can also be because of low levels of Hb in some conditions ..so kindly check ur Hb levels
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CBC ..if normal ,
Take frequent meals ,eat good fruits veggies
maintain adequate hydration
take small walks now and then .
you are okay otherwise
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if Hb is low, u need to start on medicines.
Kindly consult me on Practo for further
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Hi!
Feeling sleepy and needing more rest at 21 weeks is completely normal. 😊
It’s due to hormonal changes.
Feel free to consult if it’s excessive or accompanied by other symptoms. 👍
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Kindly check your hemoglobin levels
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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case
Need some more history from your side
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Feeling sleepy and needing more rest at 21 weeks of pregnancy is completely normal â elevated progesterone levels during pregnancy have a natural sedating effect, and your body is working significantly harder to support your growing baby. As long as you're not experiencing shortness of breath, chest pain, severe swelling, or sudden dizziness along with the fatigue, there is nothing to worry about.
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Get a CBC done if not done recently to rule out anaemia (a very common cause of excessive fatigue in pregnancy), maintain a balanced diet with iron and protein, and ensure proper hydration. Feel free to consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Aradhana Gupta
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Bijnor
Investigation for sugar , thyroid , BP , and vit B12 calcium level VIT D3
Rest consult your gynac for further check up
You can send these investigations reports and consult me for medications
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Mr. Bhanu Prasad Reddy
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Kadapa
Feeling sleepy during pregnancy is quite normal due to hormonal changes take rest when ever you feel to have rest and sleep towards your left
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Take proper nutrition and IFA regularly
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Take good amount of water to avoid getting dehydrated and take healthy food
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Normal in pregnancy. Please get evaluated though
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Nope
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Dr. Madhurika Agrawal
General Physician
32 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
It’s ok to feel sleepy and taking extra rest once a while but if you have any other issues or symptoms along with these, it may need some investigations. Generally summers makes all feel so due to short nights. Relax.
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Mention of some other symptoms present.
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Dr. Ajay Kumar
Internal Medicine
9 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Things that suggest you should get checked sooner:
• Excessive daytime sleepiness despite adequate sleep
• Snoring or pauses in breathing during sleep
• Weight gain, constipation, hair fall, cold intolerance
• Fever, weight loss, swollen glands
• Depression/low mood
• Dizziness, palpitations, or breathlessness
• Sudden onset severe fatigue
If this sleepiness has been present for more than 2–3 weeks or is worsening, consult a MD Medicine or Obstetrician doctor for evaluation.
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