Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Excessive Tiredness, Body Ache, Low Grade Temperature, On Asthma Medicines. Advise?
35 year old female, 5 ft 8 inches, history of asthma , occupuation nurse ( home health). I have started to feel very tired, sleepy and now slight achy, neck , arms legs, stomach region. low grade temp 99.1, only med i take is albuterol inhaler . and was on prednisone for my asthma. i was also on antibiotics during the prenidsone treatment. i have completed by treatment about 3 days ago. no cough, no secreations. I have been drinking plenty of water. where should i start, need to shake this off, work on monday calls, as do with all healthcare professionals. please advise!!!!
Wed, 17 Oct 2012
There could be many causes for extreme tiredness. In your case, it could be a result of prednisolone withdrawal. I hope your asthma is well controlled because inadequately controlled asthma can also cause excessive weakness. If above issues are not the reason you should take a complete health check with special emphasis on Hb, blood sugar and thyroid tests. Consult a pulmonologist for proper control of asthma-preferrably with inhalers rather than oral steroids(prednisolone)
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further information on diet changes to reduce allergy symptoms or to boost your immunity, Ask here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Salbutamol
Loading Online Doctors....