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Smiley_30
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14 years ago

So tired!!

Hi all!! Just wondering if anyone has some tips or advice on battling fatigue! It's been 1 yr since I finished chemo, triple neg, 31 but have gone into menopause so my dr put me on Efexor-xr 75mg to help with sum of the side effects, plus some emotional things too.. I take some supplements too but I dont seem to have energy & often have to take a nap..I'm so tired/annoyed of feeling tired, when I finished chemo I had so much energy & I was exercising on a regular basis, now I struggle to get anything done.. I think I'm sleeping ok,I had blood test last wk, hopefully get results in the next couple of days.. I'm just so over been so flat!! Any hints on how/what to do/try try greatly appreciated...

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  • DansBoobs's avatar
    DansBoobs
    Member
    14 years ago
    I also take Effexor and was told recently that it has a sedating effect so it's better being taken at night. Try some light exercise like a 20 minute walk. A good diet full of fresh leafy stuff and a good nights rest. xx
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    DansBoobs
    Member
    14 years ago
    I also take Effexor and was told recently that it has a sedating effect so it's better being taken at night. Try some light exercise like a 20 minute walk. A good diet full of fresh leafy stuff and a good nights rest. xx
  • Chris's avatar
    Chris
    Member
    14 years ago
    Hi Smiley, I was thinking exactly the same as Tonya. Some of these medications can make you very tired. You are also busy with 2 young children, and that makes you very tired. Love Chris xx