Why am I so tired all the time?

It seems that every time I turn around I hear this question being asked. Unfortunately, there is no single response and the answers are as varied as the people asking them. A few years back, I was asking the same thing. My journey—although difficult—was one that led me to finally find freedom from my condition, and the desire to create extremefatigueinwomen.com to help others like me.

My story, although unique to me, is one that is experienced by thousands upon thousands of people throughout the world. I suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), a condition that is characterized by a whole menu of symptoms, including (but not limited to) forgetfulness, confusion and difficulty concentrating, sore throat, fever, tender lymph nodes, muscle and joint pain, headaches, sleepiness and/or difficulty sleeping, depression and generally feeling “bad all over”.

The reason I say that my story is unique is because, although CFS is widespread, its root causes cover a wide spectrum. Causes can include post-viral fatigue, sleep apnea, food intolerances, and a host of others. Each case of CFS is unique to the individual, in that each person may have a different combination of symptoms, which is one of the reasons that accurate diagnoses and an effective treatment plan are elusive to so many sufferers. For more information about the causes of CFS, be sure to check out Causes of fatigue in women.

Yes, there is hope.

Another reason that my story is unique is that I have found (at long last) relief for my CFS. It was a long road, but I have discovered my personal mix of lifestyle adjustments and remedies that have effectively driven back my condition to the point that I can actually say that I have my life back again. If you or a loved one is suffering from CFS, it is my sincere hope that the information and encouragement found here at extremefatigueinwomen.com will help you find relief as well.

What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? (CFS)

This could be a book in itself, so I’ll keep it simple and brief without all of the “doctorese”. CFS is a condition that can occur with adults of almost any age, but it is most prevalent in women that are between 25 and 45 years old. It is characterized by various symptoms which can occur gradually over time, or all at once, and it’s often lumped in with Fibromyalgia and Post-Viral Fatigue Syndrome as part of the palette of conditions known as “We really don’t know what’s wrong with you”. Probably the most widespread symptom is one of just generally not feeling well and tired most of the time. I wish that was all there was to it. Unfortunately, there are many other symptoms that come and go, causing you to have some days that are better than others, and some days that are so horrible you can barely move. One day you may suffer from stiffness and an achy feeling that makes you sure you’re getting the flu. Another day you may have a terrible headache. Yet another day you may feel like you simply cannot concentrate, or you have a sore throat. Worst of all are the days that multiple symptoms seem to overwhelm you like a tidal wave, and it’s basically impossible to function with any degree of normalcy. (A detailed list of CFS symptoms can be found at (Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in Women) Given the individual nature of the condition, with each person having their own personal set of manifestations, it is very difficult for a doctor to give an accurate diagnosis—especially early on.

We’re glad you’re here.

Extremefatigueinwomen.com is definitely not the last word when it comes to such a broad topic. It is, however, a thorough and concise collection of the best information we could find, in addition to a lot of practical tools, tips (Eat natural foods and vitimins to overcome fatigue in women) and supplements (Vitimins and Supplements to beat fatigue for women) that could change this chapter of your life. So—take your time, bookmark our site, and start taking it all in. Our hope is that what you encounter here will not only help you navigate this potentially overwhelming condition, but to overcome it. I only wish this website would have been around when I was starting on my own odyssey with CFS.