I was feeling tired all the time – I just had no get up and go. Life after 30 was passing me by, and before I knew it I was nearing the age of 40, and the previous decade had been virtually devoid of progress or joy… certainly not like the prior decade. What I didn’t know even 8 months ago was that I had been the victim of an insidious illness that steals the joy out of life a tiny little bit at a time. I’m not talking about depression here… although looking back at my state one can easily say it was pretty depressing. No, what I’m talking about here is an illness called Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
We Don’t Know All The Specifics About Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
While we don’t know all the causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome we definitely know its impact. Lethargy, lack of energy, wake up tired… these are all the sorts of statements a sufferer of CFS might make about their condition. Joint pain, muscle exhaustion, poor memory and concentration, and low grade fever are also common. As I said, I was feeling tired all the time and really didn’t much think about doing anything about it because it seemed there was little to gain. How wrong I was.
Surgery And Medication Have Been Part of My Chronic Fatigue Remedy and Treatment
As part of my treatment program my doctors decided it would be best if my tonsils and adenoids were removed. The recovery from surgery was nothing short of excruciating, but since surgery I’ve found my body isn’t constantly battling sinus infection (a good thing) and my energy levels have picked up I’d estimate at least 15% (a VERY good thing). I am definitely doing more, and more importantly I am WANTING to do more. There is so much difference between wanting to do something and having to do stuff. I want to do so much more than even just a few months ago. I may be closing in on 40, but my energy level is much closer to the way it was when I was 30. I was feeling tired all the time just a few short months ago. Now it’s full speed ahead!
Read More about My Battle With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
I Was Always So Tired and Didn’t Know How to Snap Out of It
Don’t Wake Up Tired Without A Fight – My Battle to Beat CFS
So Lack of Energy Was Limiting My Drive – I Fought Back and Won
I Didn’t Want to Be Always Tired Anymore
Feeling Tired Upon Waking Was Sad But Business As Usual
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