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Question : Extreme fatigue daily. No fever, no sore throat, could this be mono still? I am sleeping 11-13 hours a night & still experiencing fatigue during the day.
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Answered by Dr. Shehzad Topiwala (25 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Tests

Detailed Answer:
When I see someone like you in my practice, I typically order the following tests in addition to a detailed physical examination:

CBC
Electrolytes
Calcium
HbA1c
Liver function tests
Kidney function tests
TSH
25 hydroxy Vitamin D

These tests are important to determine the cause of your symptoms.

For example, low hemoglobin ('anemia') or an under-active thyroid can cause fatigue and excessive sleepiness.

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Suggest Treatment For Extreme Fatigue

Brief Answer: Tests Detailed Answer: When I see someone like you in my practice, I typically order the following tests in addition to a detailed physical examination: CBC Electrolytes Calcium HbA1c Liver function tests Kidney function tests TSH 25 hydroxy Vitamin D These tests are important to determine the cause of your symptoms. For example, low hemoglobin ('anemia') or an under-active thyroid can cause fatigue and excessive sleepiness.