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Suggest Treatment For Chronic Fatigue, Muscle Weakness And Depression
Question: hi my name is XXXXXXX im 24 years old have two kids age 6 and 2...i have been suffering from chronic fatigue and muscle weakness for a long time,its debilitating i cant play with my kids like i want,daily task are a struggle,even getting out of bed in the morning after 8 to 12 hours of sleep,i havent been able to hold a job in over 2 years because of this,its been worse over the last couple months and im at my end with getting no answers from doctors or being told its depression,that is not what it is and i know my body and theres something not normal..ive had a cmp and cbc multiple times,lipid panel multiple times,and everything involving thyroid function tested multiple times and everything always comes back normal,i have a thyroid nodule and all the symptoms of hyothyroidism or hashimotos..dry hair and hair loss,hair loss isnt to the point yet that theres noticeable bald patches,dry skin,fatigue,intolerance to cold,weight gain and cannot loose it,slower heart rate ive been told,and the nodule that grew,ive had my tsh levels checked multiple times july 25 2013 2.78uIU/mL,july 24th 2014 0.74uIU/mL,and feb 6 2015 1.36uIL/mL..i had my free thyroxine july 25 2013 0.96ng/dL,and feb12 2015 1.16ng/dL..and thyroglobulin antibody checked feb 12 2015 <1 IU/mL...i need answers this is ruining my life please help!!!
Brief Answer:
behavioral modification; symptomatic treatment.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome to HCM
Dear XXXXXXX
You have chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, lack of pleasure and inability to get out of bed even after sleeping for 8-12 hours.
Multiple tests have come out to be normal.
There are symptoms of hypothyroidism but tests normal.
Well, I can understand your concerns.
The doctors havent been able to address your concerns.
In my opinion, there are few diagnostic possibilities like chronic fatigue syndrome, atypical depression or somatoform disorders.
But when a definitive diagnosis is not reached, it is wise to go for management of symptoms. The clinical medical practice goes this way.
If you could pleaseention what drugs have you taken in past, I would be able to suggest the drug treatment accordingly.
I feel the drug treatment is necessary for you.
However, I have some other suggestions for you:
1. Practice relaxation exercises like deep breathing and meditation. This will energize your brain and body.
2. Green vegetables and fruits are a natural source of serotonin. This will lift your mood.
3. Psychological treatments like behavioral activation can also help.
4. Drink lots of water. This is the best medicine.
5. Omega-3 fatty acid supplements can also prove beneficial in such cases.
6. Try to make a daily schedule and adhere to it strictly. Praise yourself even for little accomplishments.
I know this easier said then done. But try to follow even wgen you donot wish to.
Hope this helps.
Waiting for your reply.
Take care.
Thanks.
behavioral modification; symptomatic treatment.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome to HCM
Dear XXXXXXX
You have chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, lack of pleasure and inability to get out of bed even after sleeping for 8-12 hours.
Multiple tests have come out to be normal.
There are symptoms of hypothyroidism but tests normal.
Well, I can understand your concerns.
The doctors havent been able to address your concerns.
In my opinion, there are few diagnostic possibilities like chronic fatigue syndrome, atypical depression or somatoform disorders.
But when a definitive diagnosis is not reached, it is wise to go for management of symptoms. The clinical medical practice goes this way.
If you could pleaseention what drugs have you taken in past, I would be able to suggest the drug treatment accordingly.
I feel the drug treatment is necessary for you.
However, I have some other suggestions for you:
1. Practice relaxation exercises like deep breathing and meditation. This will energize your brain and body.
2. Green vegetables and fruits are a natural source of serotonin. This will lift your mood.
3. Psychological treatments like behavioral activation can also help.
4. Drink lots of water. This is the best medicine.
5. Omega-3 fatty acid supplements can also prove beneficial in such cases.
6. Try to make a daily schedule and adhere to it strictly. Praise yourself even for little accomplishments.
I know this easier said then done. But try to follow even wgen you donot wish to.
Hope this helps.
Waiting for your reply.
Take care.
Thanks.
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