what are causes of fatigue?
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anemia..insomnia...diabetes...\n.infections (flu...etc)..low metabolism >>>>>>>>>\n\nTackling fatigue\n\nFirst and foremost, you need to ensure that you lead a healthy life. This means a good diet, exercise and plenty of sleep. \n\nVitamins and minerals are necessary for many of the body's processes, and a healthy diet ensures your body can function at its best. \n\nIt may sound strange, but lack of exercise can increase feelings of fatigue. If you're not used to doing exercise, long walks are a good way to start. Exercise that involves all the major muscle groups is recommended, eg swimming...\nif it continues...consult a doctor! besT of luck
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Fatigue, weight gain, thinning hair, changes in skin and nails...\n\nHere is a link for more info:\n\nhttp://www.endocrineweb.com/thyroid.html\n\nAlso try:\n\nwww.thyca.org
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Stress....poor diet....stimulants and other drugs/vitamins/protein shakes/workout or diet drinks including sodas...alcoholism....steroids... not enough sleep...etc etc etc
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lack of energy, infections
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Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, and Lyme Disease \nby Burton Goldberg, Larry, Jr. Trivieri
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1. not enough sleep\n2. poor diet\n3. stress\n4. vitamin deficiency\n5. allergies\n6. illness
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You should be tested for thyroidism.  If being sluggish hasn't always been a problem for you, it could be your thyroid, especially if B12 and getting enough sleep doesn't remedy it.  Try this website to see if you have any  other symptoms: http://thyroid.about.com/od/takeathyroidquiz/index.htm
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By all means see a doctor. Chronic fatigue can be a sign of many things.  Including diabetes, thyroid, mono, anemia, depression, poor diet, stress, even a hormonal imbalance.  Just to name some.  More then likely your Dr. will get you back on track after a simple blood test.  Good luck to you.
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Tiredness and being thirsty. See a doctor for a simple water test.
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if it is chronic and not just a lack of sleep one night, you should see a doctor.  It can be thyroid levels, chronic fatigue, depression, or a number of other reasons for it.  It is possible that some medication will make life much better for  you.\nNoone here is qualified to give an answer without knowing your conditions.  See a doctor if it is ongoing.\nGood luck, and good night :)
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There could be any number of reasons contributing to fatigue.  I suggest you explore your day to day life before rushing off to the doctor or self diagnosing depression.  How active are you?  You may think that excercise will wear you out, but infact it does just the opposite.  Excercise realease endorphins which are the bodies very own, NATURAL, happy chemicals.  You will feel much more enegetic if you get 20-30 minutes of physical activity daily. [it doesn't have to be strenuous either... go for a walk, do some yoga, take the stairs, park further away from the buildings in which you are visiting, ride a bicycle, jump rope! Anything!]  Secondly, what kinds of food are you taking into your body on a daily basis?  Are you eating healthy food... or junk?  Sugar (sucrose) makes you tired for sure!  So if you have a sweet tooth and you nurture it generously, you will cause highs and lows in your blood sugar levels, which could lead to diabetis.  Any food that is natural to mother Earth will provide you with oodles of energy... but you can't just look at it, you have to eat it!  And as always, drink lots of water.  Start with your diet and excercise first and foremost. Lastly, make sure you are getting enough sleep.  You said you get 8 hours of sleep, but did you know that the body operates optimally if you are in bed for sleep  by (the latest) 10pm!  Your body should be in a state of deep sleep by the time midnight rolls around as the hours between 12am-3am are when your bidy undergoes repair.  It is very crucial that your body is given full range of hours to repair itself so it releases toxins and battles physical stress.  Also remember, too much sleep will make you tired just as too little sleep will make you tried.  Take the middle path and keep a positive attitude and most likely you won't need to waste your money on a doctor who will give you similar advise!
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B vitamines and E are very good to help you keep alert. \nSee your doctor to make sure everything is okay with you, there are some medical conditions that make you tired a lot.\nGood luck!
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If it really bothers you, see a doctor. Fatigue is a symptom of all kinds of conditions.  It could a be a thyroid problem, epstein barr, fibromyalgia, depression, etc.It could a be a million things or it could be nothing. The point is if it is impacting your life negatively, you should really see someone about it. You may actually have a condition, and it is probably treatable- then you can get on and enjoy your life.
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Do you know why you are tired?  Are you getting less sleep?  Are you experiencing more stress?  Are you getting enough exercise and eating a well-balanced diet?  If any of these are the culprit then sleep more, cut down on stress, exercise, eat a well-balanced diet.  If you don't feel any of these are the problem you may want to visit your doctor.  There may be an underlying medical problem.
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Tiredness can be for physical and emotional reasons.\n\nCommon physical reasons:\n1. Eating something that your body doesn't like or failing to eat what your body needs.  \nSuggestion:  write down everything you eat for a week and at what time you eat it.  Also write down when you feel tired.  See if there's a pattern.  I.e., too many carbs, after eating sugar, are you getting protein and fresh vegetables in your diet?\n\n2. Not enough sleep or poor sleep.  \nSuggestion:  go to bed earlier, don't use the computer for a couple of hours before going to bed, don't eat late meals (digesting while you sleep disturbs your sleep).\n\n3. Something is out of whack with your body.  \nSuggestion: go see a Western doctor and also a naturopath or a doctor of traditional chinese medicine.  The Western doctor will run the tests to rule out any major illnesses.  The other practitioners are well suited for treating systemic illnesses and imbalances that Western medicine doesn't know what to do with other than label them.\n\n4.  Work is exhausting you or perhaps you are doing other excessive physical activities.  \nSuggestion:  Learn how to say no and to recognize when your body needs a rest.  Then, rest.\n\n5. Not enough exercise.  Exercise helps your blood and lymph system circulate.  Without it, your body will start to feel sluggish.\nSuggestion:  While you may feel too tired to move, exercise will actually make you feel better.  Start off slowly (i.e., a brisk walk, taking the stairs instead of the elevator) and move up to doing some aerobic activity.  Whatever gets your blood pumping will help.  A warning: only do more intensive exercise if you are physically well enough to do it.  \n\nCommon emotional reasons:\n1. No joy in your life.  If you are not excited or inspired by what you do, life will feel draining.  \nSuggestion:  Remember what you liked to do when you were a kid.  I.e., fingerpaint, play sports.  Engage in similar activities (i.e., take a painting course, join a team, try something new)\n\n2. Emotionally drained from too many things that have happened in your life recently (i.e., death in the family, big changes such as moving).  \nSuggestion:  Nurture yourself.  Do things that make you feel good.  Treat yourself as you would a good friend.  Don't overlook your own needs and stop pushing yourself.  \n\n3.  Setting your needs aside for other people or trying to be perfect by "doing it all".  \nSuggestion:  Stop!  It's ME time now.  Listen to your inner voice.  Next time you feel like you don't really want to do something, say 'no', but say it in a nice way.  Let your standards slide.  It's ok if the bathroom isn't spotless.  It's ok to not be perfect.  Don't judge yourself so harshly.\n\n4.  Fighting against the flow of life and trying to control your life, your circumstances and/or the people around you.\nSuggestion:  Let go.  Notice how much energy you expend trying to make things go a certain way.  Start with small things and see what happens if you don't try to control the outcome.  You may be surprised to see that things may actually turn out better.  Notice how much effort and energy you expend.  Move on to letting go of control for bigger things.  If you're arguing with other people, let go of trying to "prove" your right.  It doesn't matter.\n\nHope some of these suggestions help and you feel energized soon.
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I had that problem once and it was my caffine intake. I was drinking so much soda that it made me tired in that way. Not sure what your habits are but try drinking water. Its incredible how great it makes you feel if you drink enough. Try water for a week or so.
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usually loss of apetite, feeling tired, and bruises. it's all caused by the lack of white blood cells and platelets.