Tiredness in humans can be seen to different extents. Some are only feeling tired once in a while, some are constantly tired and others even have a chronic tiredness. In case other symptoms like for example dry mucous membranes, swollen nodes or night sweat are added it might be an indication for a disease.
When is it advisable to seek medical assistance?
Do tiredness and exhaustion up to fatigue last a longer period of time it is advisable to seek medical assistance to exclude the possibility of a disease.
Furthermore seek medical advice when in spite of sufficient sleep
- you are feeling tired in spite of exercise and fresh air
- you are feeling impaired mentally and physically
- you are feeling restricted in your efficiency
- you are feeling negatively affected in your everyday life and your job
- you are feeling tired without particular exertion
- you are feeling tired without having had waking phases during the night.
Together with you, your doctor will try to find the reason for your tiredness. In a conversation you are going to take a look at your family situation, professional and social circumstances, followed by a physical examination to determine or exclude organic reasons.
When tiredness only occurs once in a while and your everyday life as well as your job are not constantly impaired these easy actions are going to support you in overcoming your tiredness:
- Independent from whether you are a lark (early riser) or an owl (late riser) try to stick to a regular sleep-wake-rhythm.
- Get your circulation going with regular sport and exercise. But be careful: too much sports also might lead to physical exhaustion.
- If you are feeling very tired in the morning, try warm and cold showers. This will stimulate circulation.
- Relaxation exercises like yoga and autogenous training can help relieve stress.
- In case your tiredness is due to the intake of certain medication try to find an alternative with the help of your doctor.
- Avoid alcohol and tobacco.
- Drink sufficiently water, unsweetened tea or diluted fruit juice.
- Eat a balanced diet.
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