Need some good thoughts...UPDATE - Spoke with doctor - Page 5

[lv4dogs]

I'm sorry I am just now seeing this Kimmy. I hope they get to the bottom of this and that it is nothing major & can easily be fixed. Please know you are in my thoughts. HUGS

[RedHedd]

Kimmy, I hope the solution is simple and painless and quick!

[ramanth]

Hi everyone!

Thanks again for all the good thoughts.

I just thought I'd pop in with an update after speaking with the doctor.

Well, nothing medical is causing the fatigue. My LDL and HDL numbers are fine. Just my tryglicerides are a little high but the doctor says it's nothing to be concerned about at this point. I just need to exercise more and cut out the fats and sweets. Not easy with the holidays coming up, but I'm allowed a few cheat days.

So at this point all signs point to depression. The way my therapist explained it is that I have situational depression that has just mentally run me down, so I'm tired all the time and now I'm more depressed because I'm tired all the time. It's this savage circle unfortunately. I won't need medication though. Just have to focus and concentrate more. I'm hoping the exercise and new diet will help.

The good news is that I'm not nearly as tired during the day at work as I was in the past. I've been taking the stairs more and trying to get out and walk more on my lunch break to try and re-energize.

So things are looking up. I'm just glad to have some answers.

[Catty1]

In another thread here, someone said that a really good B complex helped their depression. I think they got it at GNR. Can't hurt!

HUGS

[JenBKR]

In another thread here, someone said that a really good B complex helped their depression. I think they got it at GNR. Can't hurt!

HUGS

I was just going to say that. This thread: http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=116350

I know I just started it a couple days ago, but it seems to be helping and my energy level seems a bit better. It might help you too, especially if depression is the reason for your fatigue. GNC or a natural store (that's where I got mine) would probably be the best places to get it. I have the same problem with energy levels, which has come from my depression. Diet and exercise do help also. Hope you get to feeling better soon!

[Logan]

Well, at least you know what you are dealing with, Kimmy, and you really do sound like you're feeling better and taking the right steps. We'll still keep you in our prayers and hope you can snap out of this soon. Kia might enjoy the extra activity, too!!!

Logan

[ramanth]

I was actually just browsing that thread and added 'B Complex' to the grocery list. I'll add it to the rest of the vitamins I already take. *laughs*

Thanks.

Logan, I bet Kia will. I picked up one of those reflector vests for myself this weekend. She already had one, but I feel better having one myself and now I can't say I can't walk her at night.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Glad to hear you at least have some answers so you know where and what to start working on. I just know a little exercise will help. The key is to be consistent with it though, which can be the hard part. And some days you'll be so down you won't feel like exercising, but that's when you need it the most!

Something else that might help boost your mood is that if you cut down on the sweets, and exercise more....well....the next thing you know you'll have to go shopping for a smaller size, and if that isn't enough to boost your mood, you're a better person than I!

[wolflady]

I'm glad you were able to find out what was going on. I too, have been feeling tired and fatigued all the time, and it's also because of depression. I have found that St. John's Wort is a good natural "mood elevator", so pick some of that up as well next time you go the the grocery. It can be found in the vitamins area of the pharmacy. It has really helped me quite a bit the past week or so, especially since I've been feeling really, really low.

I'm here for you hon. Depression is no fun, but we can get through it.

**hugs**

[ramanth]

Thanks guys. I'm a supplement junkie.

My dad also recommended extra iron to help boost my energy levels.

I hope none of these cancel each other out.

Been thinking of you Karen. *HUGS*

[Glacier]

I have found that St. John's Wort is a good natural "mood elevator", so pick some of that up as well next time you go the the grocery. It can be found in the vitamins area of the pharmacy.

I'm glad you got some answers and that nothing is physically wrong! I hope the new exercise program helps. I find a hike with the dogs always lifts my mood a bit, even if I have to force myself to do it.

Just a note on St. John's Wort....there is evidence that it dramatically reduces the effectiveness of birth control pills. If you're trying to avoid getting pregnant, you might want to avoid St. John's too.

[Russian Blue]

Like everyone else, I'm glad to hear that you have some results and can add the excercise to help. It's free but not necessarily the easiest thing to do every day. Be careful also with adding too much supplements to your daily routine. They can interact and cause a different reaction that you may not want!

My family has a medical history 1000 pages long which includes cancer, depression and colitis/IBD. The best thing to do for yourself and your body is to get rid of the white sugar, white flour and eat as natural as possible. Try buying some ethnic cooking books to experiment with new recipes (I love Indian recipes). I'm always trying to add a new recipe a week to our menu to keep us away from the bad, refined foods.

Meditation and yoga are also great. Check out your local video store for some beginning lessons. It really clears the mind and brings a positive perspective to things. I always get down at this time of year with the darker days and notice it really helps.

Good luck! If you get a chance, I'd love to hear an update to see how things are progressing.

[lizbud]

I'm glad you got some answers and that nothing is physically wrong! I hope the new exercise program helps. I find a hike with the dogs always lifts my mood a bit, even if I have to force myself to do it.

This is so true. It's funny how that works.
Just need that first push to get going.