Chronic fatigue is a complex medical condition characterized by extreme and persistent feelings of tiredness, exhaustion and lack of energy that can severely impact one's quality of life. Key features include:
- Fatigue lasting 6 months or longer that is not improved by rest
- Mental and physical exhaustion after minimal activity
- Difficulty concentrating or remembering things
- Headaches, sore throats and/or tender lymph nodes
While the exact causes are unknown, factors like infections, immune system problems, stress and poor sleep may contribute. There are likely multiple mechanisms behind chronic fatigue. Diagnosing it can be tricky as there are no standard laboratory tests - it's primarily identified based on clinical evaluation of symptoms.
Some tips for coping:
- Get enough sleep and rest
- Engage in gentle exercises like yoga when possible
- Reduce stress through meditation, massages or Counseling
- Eat a balanced, nutritious diet
If lifestyle changes don't help, medications may be considered for relieving pain, improving sleep quality or treating accompanying mood disorders like depression.
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While challenging, a holistic treatment approach can often substantially improve chronic fatigue and quality of life. Reach out to your healthcare provider if fatigue, weakness or exhaustion are significantly limiting your everyday functioning over an extended time frame - there are compassionate professionals ready to help. With an open and patient mindset combined with safe complementary modalities like
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