Why am i constantly tired

[rlupus]

I am so fed up no energy feel awful and so tired is there anything i could take to help? I am on so much medication been told i can not stop any of it, I have been feeling like this since Mid November.

[SarahHeney]

Get doc to check for anaemia, vitamin D difficiency and thyroid issues. All can cause severe fatigue x

[MargaretGail]

Hi rlupus, I too have been struggling with Chronic fatigue since November I haven't been able to go to work this year yet. But this week things have started to improve, yes I struggled for 1 1/2 hours to remember when and why I had been using the glue but the fatigue has started to improve. I bought a book called The Lupus Recovery Diet by Jill Harrington because I decided that I had nothing to lose. It is very strict but I am seeing the benefits.

[rlupus]

Thanks for your replies will ask GP to check for anaemia, vitamin D. x

[Thaddeus]

Hello rlupus

The Fatigue is a puzzle and the best you can do is to accept it and try to manage it.

Fighting really really doesn't work. Muscle cramps and weakness can be caused or made worse by CK a muscle bi-product and taking Co Enzyme Q10 can help this.

Keep warm and dont allow yourself to get hungry. Carry food in your pockets Nuts are very good as are most dried fruits such as figs or apricots.

Meditation or relaxation will help with the mental fatigue and fogging.

And don't beat yourself up over this. It is what it is, the future is not yet written so dont try to second guess it.

This illness can be very isolating, but it doesnt have to be now we have the internet, we all know what you are going through. Good luck.

[rlupus]

Hello Thaaddeus

Thank you for your kind words it means a lot i just get so down and angry with this dreadful illness, i am just resting at the moment .

Take care rachel.

[Thaddeus in reply to rlupus]

Acceptance is the key to emotional wellbeing. I remember saying to someone when I was in the depths of my illness, " I would be furious if I had the strength".