Girish Rao Girish Rao Asked 4 months ago

Why do i feel more tired after getting more sleep?

My doctor told me to get more sleep, so I started sleeping 8-9 hours, but now I wake up feeling even more tired and groggy. Earlier, with 6 hours, I felt much better.

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Arjun Reddy Arjun Reddy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Sometimes oversleeping can mess with your body's natural rhythm, making you feel groggier. It's like your body gets confused. Are you staying consistent with your sleep timings, even on weekends? Also, hydration and a balanced diet play a huge role in how rested you feel, regardless of sleep duration.

Deepa Murthy Deepa Murthy Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

It is true, sometimes too much sleep can make you feel more tired. My grandmother always said 'moderation in everything'. It could be that you're disrupting your natural sleep cycles. If it's a regular occurrence and you're concerned, it's always best to speak with a doctor to rule out any underlying issues.

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Meena Agarwal Meena Agarwal Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

This can happen for various reasons, and it's not uncommon. With conditions like PCOS, fatigue is a constant battle, and sometimes oversleeping can even make it worse. It's important to understand your body's specific needs and not generalize. Definitely discuss this with a healthcare professional to see if there's an underlying cause.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Same here, yaar! Sleeping too much actually makes me feel sluggish. I tried setting an alarm for my usual 7-8 hours even on weekends, and that helped somewhat. Also, making sure my bedroom is completely dark and cool made a difference. It's a trial and error process to find what works best for your body.

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Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Oh my god, I thought I was the only one! This happens to me all the time. If I sleep for 9-10 hours, I wake up feeling so heavy and tired, like I haven't slept at all. Does anyone else get this? It makes me anxious thinking something is wrong with my sleep.

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