Chronic fatigue - Thrive Hormone Therapy

Chronic fatigue is a complex medical condition characterized by extreme and persistent tiredness, fatigue, or exhaustion that is not improved by rest and is not directly caused by other medical conditions. Some key features of chronic fatigue include:

• Long-lasting fatigue/exhaustion that lasts 6 months or longer
• Fatigue that significantly impacts daily activities and quality of life
• Lack of energy and feeling constantly drained
• Brain fog, difficulty concentrating or remembering things
• Headaches
• Muscle or joint pain
• Sore throat
• Difficulty sleeping or unrefreshing sleep

Some common causes behind chronic fatigue include:

• Viral infections like mononucleosis
• Immune system disorders
• Sleep disorders
• Mental health issues like depression or anxiety
• Medical conditions like anemia, diabetes, thyroid disorders

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is an example of chronic fatigue of unknown cause that can be severely debilitating. Diagnosing CFS can be challenging as there are no standard laboratory tests. It may require ruling out other conditions with similar fatigue symptoms first. Treatment focuses on symptom management through pacing daily activities, stress reduction, dietary changes, and medications for issues like pain, sleep disturbance, or depression. The bottom line is chronic fatigue is not merely being tired - it can absolutely consume your life. Seeking medical care is important to determine any underlying cause or if you meet criteria for CFS/ME. There are ways to adapt activities and tap into support resources to improve quality of life despite unrelenting exhaustion.