Am I Simply Tired ... or Is It Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

Almost all of us have complained of constant tiredness at some
point.

The cause could be stress -- from work, running around after
your children, a lack of exercise, or poor sleep.

It's also common to feel extra tired for a few weeks after
having the flu or glandular fever.

It's important to work out what's behind your fatigue.

If you can't sleep, try to introduce more exercise into your
days and unwind before going to bed each night.

A hot bath, a cup of caffeine-free tea, some soothing music,
or a stroll around the block might help.

Being unhappy and drained at work might be part of the
problem, so maybe it's time to reassess your job and whether you could
do something totally different. If you're tiredness lasts for six
months or more, you may be suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome or
myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME).

Nobody really knows what causes it. One possibility is that
sufferers get it if they don't get enough rest after recovering from a
virus.

Other symptoms include swollen glands, aching muscles,
headaches and depression. There's no effective single treatment, but
sufferers have been able to return to full health with diet and
exercise changes and learning to think more positively.

Relaxation techniques are also helpful to those where stress
may be a factor. Consult your doctor if you think you may be a sufferer.

Source: Daily Mirror.
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