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What Causes Constant Tiredness And Lethargy?

My 15 year old boy who is very active and plays hockey about 5 x s a week is always very tired. Wants to sleep constantly but forces himself to get to hockey or training. Eats very well but has great difficulty concentrating. Drinks plenty of water. Has recently gone through a major growth spurt. He is 15, 5 10 and weighs 155 pounds. Has black circle under his eyes and when not doing something physical he sleeps, hard staying awake at school.
Mon, 11 Jul 2016
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Hello! Thank you for writing us here.
He might be having stress from school or maybe from his sports.
He's growing and energetic at this age of life.
But you have to make him relax and tell the importance of proper sleep.
I won't suggest any medicine for him but just talking to him would help.
He wants to do a lot and that's really good. Also its common at this age group that boys are highly energetic.
As time passes he would be alright but still I would suggest you to council him about his health.

Best regards,
Dr Gunjan
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What Causes Constant Tiredness And Lethargy?

Hello! Thank you for writing us here. He might be having stress from school or maybe from his sports. He s growing and energetic at this age of life. But you have to make him relax and tell the importance of proper sleep. I won t suggest any medicine for him but just talking to him would help. He wants to do a lot and that s really good. Also its common at this age group that boys are highly energetic. As time passes he would be alright but still I would suggest you to council him about his health. Best regards, Dr Gunjan