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Suggest Remedy For Sleeplessness,tiredness And Loss Of Appetite

Hello. I am struggling with sleep. I feel anxious all the time. I'm also constantly cold even though the weather is warm. I have lost my appetite and can't really taste food. I also seem tired constantly and have no desire to get up or do much when I am up. I just want to sleep forever. What do I do. I want to make sure it's not my imagination. I have lost weight and can't concentrate on anything including books. My favourite hobby is reading. I'm 43 female
Fri, 20 Jun 2014
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Hi,

I read your query and can understand the distress you must be having due to your symptoms. from what you have mentioned, it seems that you are suffering from a depressive episode. Feeling low and anxious, sleep and appetite disturbances, getting tired easily are symptoms of depression. However, some of these symptoms as well as depression it self can be result of hypothyroidism as well.

I would recommend that you seek a psychiatric consultation for complete evaluation and initiating treatment. Blood investigations in form of thyroid profile and complete haemogram would be required to rule out any underlying medical condition. You would treatment with anti-depressants for your depressive symptoms. Other than medications, you should also start exercising daily, as that will help you feel relaxed.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
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Suggest Remedy For Sleeplessness,tiredness And Loss Of Appetite

Hi, I read your query and can understand the distress you must be having due to your symptoms. from what you have mentioned, it seems that you are suffering from a depressive episode. Feeling low and anxious, sleep and appetite disturbances, getting tired easily are symptoms of depression. However, some of these symptoms as well as depression it self can be result of hypothyroidism as well. I would recommend that you seek a psychiatric consultation for complete evaluation and initiating treatment. Blood investigations in form of thyroid profile and complete haemogram would be required to rule out any underlying medical condition. You would treatment with anti-depressants for your depressive symptoms. Other than medications, you should also start exercising daily, as that will help you feel relaxed. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.