Chronic Fatigue: Don't Ignore

Chronic fatigue is on the rise in recent years. Being tired all the time really affects your life, work, and study. In particular, it can lead to real depression, isolation from the surroundings, severe physical weakness.

Chronic fatigue is a syndrome English name is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) characterized by the patient feeling lethargic, feeling tired all the time for no apparent reason, this fatigue lasts for a little while. for at least 6 months and does not improve even with rest, unrelated to other medical conditions.
Consequences of being tired all the time:
Strongly affects work, study, reduced personal activities as well as boredom not wanting to participate in social community activities. Can lead to depression, the worst of depression is suicide, self-destruction, living isolated from the world around Lifestyle Restrictions at work Body weakness

Causes of chronic fatigue include:
The cause of the disease is unknown but is related to many factors such as viral infection, toxins infection. After surgery, after trauma Immune system dysfunction Some medications such as benzodiazepam, Betablocks, antidepressants and long-term antibiotic use can also cause chronic fatigue Causes of chronic fatigue Other conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, hypoglycemia, allergic disease, changes in hormones produced in the hypothalamus, pituitary or adrenal glands.

Symptoms can vary from person to person, the main symptoms include:
Fatigue: Fatigue is a manifestation of a lack of energy, unexplained fatigue, not related to exertion and does not subside when resting. Fatigue in this syndrome usually lasts 6 months or longer. In addition, there is a feeling of not wanting to eat, limiting in daily activities. Discomfort after exercise: When participating in strenuous activities, the patient will feel exhausted, hard to recover, harmful to the body. Therefore, people with chronic fatigue must control their own activities to avoid overexertion. Sleep disorders: Chronic fatigue often causes sleep disturbances such as poor sleep, insomnia, poor sleep, difficulty falling asleep, sleeping too much, nightmares, night sweats . The patient wakes up with a tired body despite having rested after a long night. Other symptoms include:
Cognitive impairment: People with cognitive impairment may have memory problems. Simple thinking or problem solving can seriously deplete energy levels in a person with chronic fatigue. Orthostatic hypotension: These are symptoms that occur when switching from lying on the back to sitting or standing such as dizziness, loss of balance. Pain: Almost all people with chronic fatigue syndrome experience pain and discomfort ranging from headaches and mild cramps to severe, general aches in both muscles and joints. Other types of pain are also common: dull, throbbing or tingling pain. Other symptoms include low-grade fever, difficulty concentrating, weight loss or gain, chest pain, fast heartbeat, sore throat, muscle pain, swollen glands, persistent cough, light-sensitive eyes, sore or dry eyes, reactions, dizziness, irritability, anxiety, panic,...

Principles of treatment:
There is no specific treatment for fatigue. The aim of treatment is to improve symptoms using a combination of treatments, Need to consult a specialist Symptomatic treatment Psychotherapy Specific:
Advise the patient to change thinking patterns think and behave, often take the sick person out and about. Use pain relievers with acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin to help with headaches, muscle aches, or joint pain Antidepressants are used in patients with depression, often to improve mood, control pain, and help you sleep better . Cognitive behavioral therapy. In cognitive behavioral therapy, work with a psychiatrist to identify negative thinking and procrastination and replace it with healthy, positive ones. Treat sleep problems. Changing sleep habits may be enough to help start the recovery of nighttime sleep, avoiding substances like caffeine and alcohol, and your doctor may prescribe sleeping pills.

Avoid stress: Build a planned lifestyle to reduce pressure and stress, allowing yourself to have time to relax every day. Get enough sleep: Need to have a reasonable activity time, sleep deeply. If you lose sleep at night, you should limit napping to form a reasonable sleep habit. Exercise regularly: Can exercise with sports such as walking, swimming, cycling, yoga, gym Keep activity at a steady level, do not overwork. A healthy, balanced diet drink plenty of water, limit caffeine intake, stop smoking, get enough rest, and exercise regularly. Other relaxation and therapeutic methods such as: Acupuncture, deep breathing, muscle relaxation such as meditation, massage, stretching, yoga can relieve fatigue, pain, anxiety and other symptoms related to CFS. Vinmec International General Hospital with a system of modern facilities, medical equipment and a team of experts and doctors with many years of experience in medical examination and treatment, patients can rest assured to visit. and hospital treatment.