You get lightheaded from just standing, you feel dizzy and like you’re going to faint. This is called orthostatic intolerance, which is linked to the chronic fatigue’s effect on the autonomic nervous system.
Headaches, joint, or muscle pain is a common symptom of chronic fatigue.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms it’s important to talk to your doctor because only he or she will be able to properly diagnose you and run the necessary tests. Unfortunately, there is no cure for chronic fatigue, but the symptoms can be treated with various drug therapies, such as sleep aids and pain relievers, as well as exercise and counseling.
Doctors don’t know what causes chronic fatigue syndrome, some think it might be a genetic predisposition, others suggest that it comes from Epstein-Barr virus, or other infections, immune system problems or hormonal imbalances. Women are four times more likely to be diagnosed with the syndrome than men. Caucasians are more likely to be diagnosed, but some research suggests that minorities are at a greater risk.
This is why it’s so important to visit your doctor regularly and if there’s something bothering you, make sure you tell your doctor.
