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A 17-year-old male asked:

I'm 17,i get a solid 8-10 hours of sleep a day and have a pretty healthy diet. so i can't understand why sometimes i still feel really tired,no enrgy?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider
Dr. Deborah Ungerleideranswered
Pediatrics 38 years experience
Varying causes:: There are several other causes for the fatigue you are experiencing. You could have a virus or be anemic (even though you "have a pretty healthy diet." Depression, stress and anxiety can also cause fatigue. Please discuss this with your doctor and have a full physical exam to help you figure it out.
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