muscle pain, fatigue, no sex drive, depression. not only I suffer from these symptoms but my daughter and my sister sufferd from these problems. what can these be.
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sounds like either chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia.\nOr could be depression or hypothyroidism.\nActually that is what I had before I got diagnosed with hypothyroidism.\nYOu can and should order the blood test for this at \nhttp://www.healthcheckusa.com\n\nWhat you describe is hypothyroidism, under active thyroid gland and ten percent of all people in the US have it, especially women. VERY common and causes what you are describing but doctors donot check for it much for some reason. YOu can order the TSH test for it yourself at that link I gave you.It also runs in families so if your daughter and sister had it I do believe it is hypothyroidism.
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I am not sure I necessarily agree with Dr. J's assessment of what constitutes a diagnosis.  There are many disease entities that we don't know what causes them, yet they clearly remain a disease - hypertension, MS, depression, and Alzheimer's Dementia are among many others.  He also made a point about Vit D deficiency and he's probably right about most Doctors not testing for it.  \n\nFibromyalgia is a funny syndrome.  There are definite definable similarities between patients.  Unfortunately we have not been able to isolate any pathology to "fix."  It may be a matter of we just don't know what to look for.  I suspect that we will eventually discover that this syndrome is literally all in people's head.  (Not to be confused with an imaginary thing)but a disorder in the brain either is causing the pain and fatigue or sensing it too acutely.  \n\nThe symptoms you typically have with a virus - achey, tired, are not the virus rather it is our own body causing this and signalling us - hey, you are ill, slow down.  I bet this normal process has gone bad and is implicated in fibromyalgia.  When we figure out why this area is working overtime, or at least how to treat that area, I bet we will have a legitimate treatment for FM. \n\nThere are treatments now, however - and people do get over the problem.  Two areas of high importance in my experience is treating anxiety or depression if it exists (almost always does) and treating any sleep disorder (frequently exists too).  These are two areas that have the biggest impact on a patient's outlook and there lies the rub.  Those who are positive and manage not to look at this like they are a victim do much, much better.  Those who feel helpless and victimized do much worse.  Check out some of the links above.  I wish your Mother well.
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it sounds alot like hypothyroidism which meens that your body is not producing enough thyroid hormones. this can cause you to gain weight and lack energy.\n\nalso sounds like possible depression so see a doctor.
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It could be resless leg syndrom, fibromyalgia, a pinched nerve, andything.  She needs to see a DR.
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definitely stress.  dont watch TV, read, be in settings with lots of lights and/or noise for a little while. \nalso try eating a banana, its got lots of potassium as this might be a muscle issue...and muscles tend to feel much better after you give them much needed potassium.
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You need to go to the doctor.  There are a number of things that could be wrong: thyroid, fibromyalgia, etc.  You need an MD to make a diagnosis.
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Well this could be both physical and emotional? Depression makes many stay in bed and very tired, but also low blood sugar, mono, ect. You need to make an apt. with your medical doctor so he/she can take blood work. This is the place to start. If you know you are depressed although, you can either talk to your medical doctor or you can speak to a professional about whats going on. I would speak to your medical doctor first and let him order blood work for you. It may be just that you like to sleep. Good Luck and please make an appointment with you doctor!
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stop exercising.  see your doctor.  explain all your symptoms.  let your doc run tests and diagnose whatever's going on.   go with the doc's recommendation.
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Hard to diagnose people on here but could be post-partum depression, thyroid issues or hormonal challenges.\n\nSee your doctor; he/she can fix you up.
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SYMPTOMS\n\nPHYSIOLOGICAL PROBLEMS:\n__ recurrent flu-like illness\n__ recurrent sore throats, red and injected\n__ painful lymph nodes under the arms and neck\n__ muscle and joint aches with tender and trigger points - up to 18 of them\n__ night sweats and fever\n__ severe nasal and other allergies\n__ irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)\n__ weight change - usually gain\n__ heart palpitations\n__ mitral valve prolapse\n__ severe PMS\n__ yeast infections\n__ rashes and itching\n__ uncomfortable or frequent urination\n__ interstitial bladder cystitis\n__ chest pains (non-cardiac)\n__ temporomandibular joint dysfunction (in the jaw)\n__ hair loss\n__ carpal tunnel syndrome\n__ cold hands and feet\n__ dry eyes and mouth\n__ severe and debilitating fatigue\n__ widespread pain\n__ other chronic illness(es) usually present (like diabetes, hypoglycemia, asthma, lupus, ms, etc.)\n__ numbness in the limbs, not painful like pins & needles\n__ painful swelling in the hands, legs, feet, neck\n__ GERDs (gastro-esophageal reflux disorder)\n__ “growing pains” start in childhood and teens, continue into adulthood\n__ widespread body pain during/after physical exertion \n\nCOGNITIVE FUNCTION PROBLEMS:\n__ attention deficit disorder\n__ spatial disorientation\n__ calculation difficulties\n__ memory disturbance\n__ communication difficulties (problems speaking, confusing words) \n\nPSYCHOLOGICAL PROBLEMS:\n__ depression\n__ anxiety and panic attacks\n__ personality changes, usually for the worse\n__ emotional lability (mood swings) \n\nOTHER NERVOUS SYSTEM PROBLEMS:\n__ sleep disturbances\n__ headaches\n__ changes in visual acuity\n__ numb or tingling feelings\n__ burning sensations\n__ light headedness\n__ feeling 'spaced out'\n__ desequilibrium\n__ frequent unusual nightmares and disturbing dreams\n__ tinnitus (ringing in the ears)\n__ difficulty in moving your tongue to speak\n__ severe muscle weakness\n__ susceptibility to muscle, tendon, ligament injury\n__ intolerance to bright lights\n__ intolerance to alcohol\n__ intolerance to sound\n__ extreme sensitivity to medications and their side-effects\n__ alteration of taste, smell, and hearing\n__ insomnia\n__ inability to achieve stage 4 restorative sleep\n__ morning stiffness in the muscles and joints\n__ restless leg syndrome\n__ muscle spasms\n__ muscle quakiness and shivering during/after activity or exercise\n__ sleep paralysis (related to stage 4 sleep deprivation) \n\n\nTreatment of Fibromyalgia in Detail\nRobert Bennett MD, FRCP\n\nIf you are reading this you probably have a common syndrome of chronic musculoskeletal pain called fibromyalgia. This chronic pain state is now appreciated to be caused by abnormalities of sensory processing within the spinal cord and brain. As such you will usually experience a bewildering (both to you and your doctor) array of bodily and psychological problems that can seldom be “cured”. However, armed with both patience and knowledge, many fibromyalgia patients can be helped to live with less pain and be more productive. In my own evolving experience of dealing with this problem I can identify 7 aspects of management that are of importance for your doctor to successful manage your fibromyalgia.\n\nMy Advice to Doctors who care for Fibromyalgia Patients\n\n1. Realize that FM patients are going to be a chronic challenge.\n2. Be non-judgmental and prepared to be an advocate.\n3. Understand the pathophysiological basis for symptoms.\n4. Analyze and treat pain complaints in a systemic approach.\n5. Recognize and treat psychological problems at an early stage.\n6. Recognize associated syndromes of disordered sensory processing.\n7. Involve all FM patients in a program of stretching and gentle aerobic exercise.\n\nTreatment of pain in fibromyalgia \n\nPain is the primary over-riding problem for most of you. Many of the problems you experience are largely a secondary consequence of having chronic pain. When pain is even partly relieved, fibromyalgia p
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I am 33 as well. I have fibromyalgia and osteoporosis. I have two girls and two step girls and two babysitting kids, I also go to school full time. Sometimes, I feel great- but then other days, I feel like I am my own grandmother. Especially in the mornings. My husband is already making plans for when we retire- we will be snowbirds- in FL in the winter, and MI in the summer. I am always cold, even in the springtime. I wear sweatshirts all year long. It is part of having fibromyalgia.
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COULD BE MANY THINGS,IF IS THE ONLY THAT SHE HAS,SEE FOR INMUDEFICIENCY,FUNGUS,CANCER,SEE YOUR DOCTOR.FAMILY PRACTICE FIRST.
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Regarding responses you've already received...Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective, and Bipolar Disorder are probably not what's going on.  The symptoms you describe sound much more like Borderline Personality Disorder to me.  Google it, go find it on WebMD, whatever...just check it out and see if the descriptions sound familiar.  No matter what you choose to do, the most reasonable and sensible course of action is to first see your regular doctor to rule out any physical illnesses that could be producing your symptoms (i.e., problems with your pituitary, thyroid or adrenal glands, etc.).  Next, if your doc doesn't find evidence of any physical causes, have him/her refer you to a psychologist or counselor for evaluation.  Jumping to conclusions and trying to diagnosis yourself is just asking for trouble especially if you're already depressed - you'll end up thinking you have every symptom of every horrible illness you hear or read about! :)  Go seek answers and help from competent professionals who have actually spent years of their lives learning about how to diagnose and treat illnesses.  That's what they went to school for - so the rest of the population can pick their brains and get answers when they need them without having to do all the studying themselves! :)
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they sound like they are non related symptoms, you should see a doctor if the symptoms persist or worsen, good luck
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Are you working out too hard? Do you feel run down in general? Have you had a cold/infection recently? Could be any one of those things, I'd rest for a couple of days and take cod liver oil supplements to help keep your joints flexible
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You should definitely go to your family physician.  There are many things you could have.  to me, (not a doctor) it sounds like rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia or mono.   but I am not a doctor so I don't have any real advice except to see one!  Hope this gets resolved soon.
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I'm 45 and I was always tired with no energy, people told me I was to young to feel tired all the time so I went to the doctor and took blood test and I was real bad amenia and now I'm taking treatments for it you really need to go get blood test done and make sure you have an iron ananalsy to see if your body holds iron mind did not absorb iron so get it checked before it could lead to alot of other things to go wrong...