Fatigue

What is fatigue?

Fatigue is a common symptom that is often described as feeling tired, weak or having a lack of energy. It can range from mild to severe and may come on suddenly or build up gradually over time.

There are two main types of fatigue:

• Physical fatigue - When muscles feel tired after activity or your body feels exhausted overall. This is a normal response after long periods of activity but becomes problematic when it severely impacts daily life.


• Mental fatigue - Characterized by difficulty concentrating, reduced motivation, and feeling burnt out emotionally or mentally after mental exertion.

Causes of fatigue include:

• Lack of good quality sleep


• Stress, anxiety or depression


• Poor diet and nutrition


• Dehydration


• Medical conditions like anemia, cancer, sleep apnea etc.


• Medications


• Overtraining (athletes)

If you struggle with persistent feelings of fatigue impacting work, relationships or life, have sudden severe fatigue with no known cause, or other concerning symptoms, it's important to talk to a doctor or healthcare provider to help determine any underlying medical issues.

At Renewal Hormone Center, we offer comprehensive lab hormone testing and replacement therapy programs tailored to help both men and women suffering from fatigue caused by hormonal imbalances. Our programs aim to optimize hormones for more energy, better sleep, improved mood and enhanced quality of life. If persistent fatigue is limiting your ability to live life to the fullest, we encourage you to book a consultation with one of our hormone specialists to explore potential treatment options.

Some tips to help combat everyday fatigue include:

• Getting enough high quality sleep each night


• Eating a balanced, nutrient-rich diet


• Staying well hydrated


• Getting regular moderate exercise


• Reducing stress through relaxation techniques


• Avoiding excess alcohol


• Talking to your doctor about supplements that may help increase energy levels

Learning what's causing your fatigue and addressing any underlying issues, while also focusing on restorative lifestyle habits around sleep, nutrition and stress management, can help significantly improve feelings of tiredness, low energy and that "worn out" sensation both physically and mentally.