{"id":4862,"date":"2024-01-16T12:07:32","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T17:07:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/?p=4862"},"modified":"2024-01-16T12:07:32","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T17:07:32","slug":"the-most-checked-box-on-patient-forms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/the-most-checked-box-on-patient-forms\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Checked Box on Patient Forms at Doctors\u2019 Offices and What You Can Do About It"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you arrive for your doctor\u2019s appointment, you typically have to fill out a form with a long list of conditions, such as headaches, dizziness, chest pain, diarrhea, and constipation.<\/span><\/p>\n

The most frequently checked box, hands down, is fatigue.<\/strong><\/p>\n

When you leave the doctor\u2019s office, everyone seems to be an authority on fatigue<\/a> and what you should do about it, whether you\u2019re talking to a family member, co-worker, mechanic, hair stylist, or restaurant server.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cTake more B vitamins.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cGet a B12 shot.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cYou need to get more sleep.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cHave an afternoon cup of coffee.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s all in your head. Just push through it.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

The problem is that fatigue is a very complicated, often misunderstood, and undertreated condition that can be the downstream byproduct of a more serious condition. Let\u2019s take a look at what fatigue is, common causes of fatigue, and what you should do if you\u2019re experiencing fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is Fatigue?<\/b><\/p>\n

First, let\u2019s clarify what fatigue is not. Fatigue is not feeling tired or drowsy, which can often be addressed with more rest and better sleep. Although drowsiness can be a symptom of fatigue, fatigue runs much deeper.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fatigue is a lack of energy and overwhelming physical and mental exhaustion. Unlike drowsiness, fatigue is persistent and can affect everyday function and activities. Fatigue can also get worse with even minimal physical or mental activity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fatigue can be accompanied by lack of motivation, headaches, muscle aches, poor sleep, difficulty concentrating, depression, anxiety, and mood swings. Clearly, fatigue isn\u2019t just about feeling tired.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Causes Fatigue?<\/b><\/p>\n

Many conditions and unhealthy habits we see every day at Natural Healthcare Center can cause fatigue, including but not limited to:<\/span><\/p>\n