Feeling really down....just come home early from work

Posted , 9 users are following.

I'm currently sat on the sofa with my dog feeling so down. I have just come home early from work because I couldn't keep my eyes open, my forearms are sore and finding it hard to concentrate. Fortunately I work for my father in law and he's very kind, but in some ways that's worse because I don't want to appear to be taking advantage. But how do you explain that you need to go home because you're just so tired that you can't type or hold a conversation with people? I feel so embarrassed. Sorry for the moony post but I just need some advice from people who understand....

0 likes, 23 replies

23 Replies

Prev
  • Posted

    To all of you pushing yourselves to work and feeling guilty if you you don't. I'm a long-time sufferer of ME/CFS, and I totally understand, because I did the same thing. The result? My illness got worse and I relapsed badly. Please be careful. Believe me, it's way better to feel bad because you're not working than to get an even worse case of ME/CFS. Think of it as advocating for yourself. If people don't understand, well, too bad. Get the rest you need to improve your chance of getting better. 
    • Posted

      I too am a long term sufferer of ME/CFS but didn't know it until last year when my condition became much worse! The year before I was working 7 days a week some weeks and late into the evening (that's being self-employed for you and unable to say no).  I now am really stuggling to even work even 10hours a week. Have to use a mobility scooter or 2 sticks if I'm having a good day.  Hardly drive and got to bed about 8pm.  So everyone I strongly advise you that it could be you next if you work too hard. I never thought it would happen to me (I'm 36).
  • Posted

    hi, l cant say if lve cfs and its not been diagnosed, l do have intersticial cystitus, ibs allergic rhinitus, few skin probs, all being immunity conditions.  But l do get chronic tiredness-fatigue, very low energy and virtually no stamina, used to have lots and could go on doing jobs for hours, if need be till early hours of morning and get up ok. Now if l push it with even minor-moderate exertion for above l0-l5minutes l feel very nauseous an off it, need to  sit quietly for 20min or so, then push to do another 5-10min moderate jobs, frustrating as hell, and guess many are like me on their own.  l prioratise  best l can, meaning pets fed and let into garden, basic tidy up, no thorough cleaning gets done, garden maintenance near impossible, hedge clipping l try in sections, near pass out if l do too much.  But like others push it to try get things done, some  satisfaction at achieving something and getting a job out of way. l feel a need to nap during the day, eyes heavy sore, in the hope of feeling less off it. Still the tiredness doesnt mean a good nights sleep, can wake up, drop off and wake again, then get up feeling like l want to go back to sleep. l cant say if its cfs, seeing doc tomorrow, but its so easy for them and others to put it down to phycalogical, whilst l feel like a semi invalid, but its not just work its also social life that suffers, invites missed, difficult with friendships.  Is nausea a symptom, with poor appetite, do sufferers gain or lose weight, does it affect temprature, re overly cold or warm. Whatever cause l definetly know what fatigue feels like, even when out shopping, just a short plod around feeling older by the minute,   Like you nacho, sat with my 2 dogs on sofa, who have empathy and comfort, often fall asleep with mine snuggled up, at least  no pressure from them to perform physically or mentally. Its good your father in law is kind about it, meaning he has some understanding, think all you can do it your best and whatever advice is about.
    • Posted

      Lynne: Unless bloodwork reveals another illness, your symptoms sound spot-on for ME/CFS. Even your interstitial cystitis is a possible symptom of the illness (I also have it, along with ME/CFS). Everything you mention-- fatigue, skin problems, nausea, gain and loss of weight, problems regulating body temperature-- are symptoms of the illness. Don't let anyone, including doctors, tell you it's all in your head. If your doctor doesn't give you a diagnosis tomorrow, go to an ME/CFS specialist. GP's often cannot diagnose this illness. From everything you say, I'd be very surprised if you didn't have ME/CFS. Best of luck to you. 
    • Posted

      Hi jackie, thanks for info and advice, wow suprising how many of these conditions and symptoms overlap, guess its all to do with immunity. l sometimes think gps cant diagnose anything thats just a bit rarer, got to be a common complaint, or it takes them an age, it did for my ic diagnosis, and that was down to urologist cystascope, not gps, no clue, seems once you get one immune prob others can follow, but at least l know symptoms are right, wasnt sure, thanks.

       

    • Posted

      Hi Jackie,  Managed to remember appt and get there, different doc and she was really nice, and at least trying to help, more than some will, so lve to go for blood tests this aft, she,ll ring me monday with results, also referral back to urologist to see if any problems there also. Helps to have gps who at least put themselves out to help, will see what tests show, thanks
    • Posted

      Hi, Lynne,

      Glad your appointment went well. This doctor seems to be taking you seriously, which is a good thing. This forum is a great source of information and support, so please post if you have any questions on Monday.

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.