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What Causes Extreme Fatigue While Suffering From Thyroid Dysfunction?

my friend went t the Dr and they told her she had to much calcium. they gave her magnisum and also said she had a tyroid issue and perhaps has had a small heatattack. Now she is taking the magnisum and water and can t stay awake .. Is so tired.. ?? I am concerned
Thu, 7 Mar 2019
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Hello,

Your friend has a history of a thyroid problem. Yes, hypothyroidism does cause tiredness & fatigue. It is because of the drop of the thyroid hormone production that leads to low energy levels.

Other causes that may lead to exhaustion are depression, Iron deficiency anemia or Sleep Apnea.

Get physically examined & treated for hypothyroidism, get TSH tests done. Change your diet, avoid addictions if any.

Do regular exercises, maintain weight. Take food rich in iron, cashew nuts, beans, lentils, whole grain, etc. Stay away from stress, anxiety & tensions.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Extreme Fatigue While Suffering From Thyroid Dysfunction?

Hello, Your friend has a history of a thyroid problem. Yes, hypothyroidism does cause tiredness & fatigue. It is because of the drop of the thyroid hormone production that leads to low energy levels. Other causes that may lead to exhaustion are depression, Iron deficiency anemia or Sleep Apnea. Get physically examined & treated for hypothyroidism, get TSH tests done. Change your diet, avoid addictions if any. Do regular exercises, maintain weight. Take food rich in iron, cashew nuts, beans, lentils, whole grain, etc. Stay away from stress, anxiety & tensions. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician