We frequently hear complaints regarding fatigue on a regular basis. It is a pretty typical symptom. Tiredness is more common among women (or perhaps they are more honest about it). Is living in Jakarta wearing us out? Enough justification to write about it once more!
Even after getting a decent night’s sleep, people can still feel exhausted. Months or perhaps longer may pass while the symptoms persist. Physically, there is usually nothing wrong. The tiredness may be connected to a build-up of stress or mood. If there are additional symptoms, however, the likelihood of a medical explanation for the fatigue is increased. These symptoms may include things like thirst, heavy periods, hair loss, weight loss, or changes in bowel movements.
Blood tests can actually be necessary to rule out anaemia or an underactive thyroid gland. Consider potential alternative causes by asking these questions:
- How are work and family?
- Any events that may trigger your tiredness, such as a bereavement or relationship break-up?
- Is your lifestyle making you tired?
Physical causes
Numerous health issues might contribute to fatigue. In addition to thyroid issues and anaemia, there are dietary intolerances, diabetes, and sleep disorders such as sleep apnoea.
Being overweight or even underweight might make you feel tired as well. Your body must use more effort to perform your daily tasks when you are obese. Underweight people, meanwhile, have weaker muscles—and you may also feel exhausted as a result of this. The first few weeks of pregnancy can also make you feel exhausted.
Psychological causes
Psychological fatigue is significantly more common than physical fatigue.
Anxiety can lead to sleeplessness, which, consequently, results in tiredness. You may experience sleep deprivation if you are preoccupied with issues related to your relationships, your career, or money. Such can also lead to low levels of energy.
Tiredness might also result from emotional shock caused by things like moving houses, getting married, losing a loved one, ending a relationship, or receiving unpleasant news. Even everyday tension may be draining! Anxiety and depression can increase fatigue, which can, subsequently, interfere with sleep.
Lifestyle factors
A poor diet or excessive alcohol consumption are examples of lifestyle issues that might contribute to fatigue. You can wake up in the middle of the night if you consume alcohol in the evening. Regular heavy drinking might cause depression, which will interfere with your sleep. Here, I also refer back to my earlier piece regarding insomnia. It is recommended to create the best circumstances to sleep. Before going to bed, unwind, limit your coffee intake, and stay away from light and noise.
Getting a decent night’s sleep can also be challenging when working several shifts or taking care of little children. You may become fatigued during the day as a result!
What’s the best solution?
Although feeling exhausted may be a common issue, it is not typical or ‘normal’. Seek guidance from your trusted medical practitioner or GP. It’s critical to rule out any major illness. It can be comforting to have a good conversation with your GP and do some tests to rule out any worries.
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