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Stomach problems and extreme fatigue

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thomas44921
thomas44921

Just wondering does anyone else suffer with high fatigue due to ibs or other stomach related problems?

I have had IBS for awhile now and somehow always coped but lately I have been waking up absolutely exhausted and it's been getting worse daily. Its not a "tired mood" but I feel absolutely knackered, even walking downstairs is an effort as my body feels like a groggy lead weight. Its like i just have not slept at all, despite having a solid 7-9 hours.

I have just started a new job and seriously struggling as I can't perk up or wake up at all. My mood is however sinking now. I did have a bit of a breakdown yesterday over how tired I actually was. I only wanted to do a simple task in the house and couldn't manage.

All tests from GP point of view are fine except for a stool test which shown high inflammation. I am seeing a specialist next week and hope for some answers, but apparently this is a colitis indicator?

No idea how to get some energy back. I have an anxiety problem as well which never helps and take propranolol but I have been on this long term without any fatigue.

Can anyone relate?

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  • susand1408
    susand1408 thomas44921

    Posted

    Look up the symptoms for chronic fatigue syndrome (m.e.). Ibs is a symptom of it.
  • jason00106
    jason00106 thomas44921

    Posted

    Yep. I feel whacked till it clears up and what makes it worse is I don't even tell people at work I'm ill because I don't want people thinking I'm a hypochondriac. I'm 44 and had it for over 20 years and I have a tried and tested recovery plan. As soon as I get it I go on a strict diet of eggs fish meat salad and certain veg and plenty of water . Also I take magnesium tablets. It takes about 2-3 days to fully recover compared to weeks in the early days.

    • thomas44921
      thomas44921 jason00106

      Posted

      I think diet is the biggest thing I need to work on. The list of foods that make me I'll is growing fast! Its a bit annoying.

      I have just got some magnesium supplements. Read they help with anxiety as well so might be double the benefit.

      Tea and coffee are big triggers for me so trying to up the water intake. Thank you smile

  • Ninaa
    Ninaa thomas44921

    Posted

    You should run a blood test and see if you don't have a vitamin b12 deficiency, low iron levels...

    • thomas44921
      thomas44921 Ninaa

      Posted

      Hello.

      Thank you for the reply. I have had a full vitamins test done and it only shown I have a vitamin D3 deficiency. It could explain some of the tiredness and muscle aches apparently. Will try some supplements and see if it improves.

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