Fatigue, a sensation of exhaustion or lack of energy, is a?common complaint for which many people visit their doctor each year.
Fatigue can be physical, mental or a combination of both. It often feels like an overwhelming need for sleep, and even after resting or sleeping, you may not feel restored or refreshed. Fatigue can make it difficult to get up in the morning and complete daily tasks. It is frequently accompanied by other symptoms, such as muscle pain and weakness, depression, a lack of interest in activities you once enjoyed, anxiety and impatience.
Most of the time, fatigue can be linked with one or more lifestyle factors, such as alcohol/drug use, poor sleep habits or lack of exercise. It can also result from medicines and treatments, such as pain relievers, heart medicines and chemo-/radiation therapy. Ongoing fatigue reduces energy, hinders the ability to concentrate and work, and negatively impacts your quality of life and state of mind.
Everyone may experience occasional, brief fatigue. However, if fatigue persists, it’s important to seek medical attention to rule out an underlying medical condition. Fatigue can be a sign of a health condition that requires treatment.
Treatment of fatigue depends on its cause. In the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine, fatigue is believed to result from the blockage of Acupuncture channels, the energy pathways in the human body. Acupuncture and meridian manipulation could be employed to clear these blockages, helping to restore energy flow and alleviate fatigue.
For more information, contact Dr. Xian Yang Lai (MD, MM, PhD ), the Chinese Medical Clinic, 1 Nile Lodge, Lower Salthill, Galway.
Phone: 087 799 7866 or email: [email protected]
