Comments on: Asleep at the Wheel

By: >Sarah

>Sarah — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 22:52:21 +0000

That’s so scary, Sommer! I, too, will be watching for your updates on this. Hope you get something figured out soon!

By: Barb Desmarais

Barb Desmarais — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:03:00 +0000

Sommer, what about sleep apnea? Do you think that’s a possibility? Falling asleep while driving is really scary. Will be watching for the outcome of this.

By: Dawn

Dawn — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:20:25 +0000

I have diabetes, and when my blood sugar is high, I’m VERY tired and have to go to the bathroom lots. When I was diagnosed, it came on suddenly, and as long as I was busy, I didn’t notice the tiredness. When still (like driving) I would fall asleep. Doctor visit time! Thinking of you.

By: Roxanne

Roxanne — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:18:42 +0000

I’ve had this problem too. It’s been awhile since it’s happened and I do have thyroid issues that my meds had to be adjusted for. Let us know what the DR says. It’s very scary, especially when you have your lil ones in the car. I was driving an hour in the sun and nodded off on the freeway w/ both kids in the car. I was so upset and scared when I realized that I was hitting the bumps that divided me from the center divide and jerked my eyes back open.

By: Leah

Leah — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:32:43 +0000

Is this only in the car? Get thee to the doctor.

By: Christine

Christine — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:08:43 +0000

Have you tried iron suppliments? If you are anemic, that should help.

By: Stacy

Stacy — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:33:27 +0000

Go to the doctor and get your thyroid checked too!