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Ever heard of this problem?

Posted by Dave on May 05, 1998 at 09:24:20:

Occasionally after an intense period of required concentration (such as heavy business meeting), I get a 3 day syndrome (always 2 nights, 3 days) during which I can't concentrate. There may be a very slight loss of sleep the night before it comes on, but maybe only slight wake up in middle of the night. Then, I can sleep perfectly for 2 nights, but it doesn't matter. My eyes drift, can't stay focused, short term memory demolished, can't hold a conversation, eyelids swell slightly, head keeps drooping. On night #1, I still feel I don't need any extra sleep. Go to bed at regular time, maybe a little earlier, maybe not. Still rise at same time (getting about 7-7.5hrs sleep), and wake with same symptoms. On day #2, it's the worst. I try to avoid work or conversation at any cost because I'm just useless. That afternoon, I'll try to nap and it gives me a slight improvement. On night #2, I get 8 hours sleep and some more improvement, but still symptoms. Then, by afternoon of day #3, I'm fine again. I've never seen anyone with my problem (If you saw me, you'd think I was on drugs) or see anything in any sleep forum, etc., like my problem. I've had it at least 15-20 years and it happens about 10-15 times per year, although twice now in a week. Anyone else have this or know what it is? Again, seems mostly caused by intense concentration which is required, not sleep loss.

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