I feel tired and weak all the time

[Brendle]

I'm not sure if it's depression...some people tell me it could be though.

I know you're all not necessarily doctors or educated in this but if any of you can help it'd be greatly appreciated:

 I feel tired and weak all the time. I sweat at the smallest physical exertion. When the day is moderate sunny temperature, I'm sweating and no one else is.

When I was younger, I still sweat more than the average person, but not as easily.

When I was 20, I used to be able to write songs at the drop of a hat. Now I'm 24 and to even write one line is a struggle. Every time I try to write, I'm tired after 5 minutes and can't go on.

 It feels like I'm walking around with a rock in my head sometimes, weighing me down. My brain feels clouded. I can't recall words as easily as I used to be able to. I've had this problem for about 2 years now.

This morning I woke up and I felt so fatigued and drowsy and clouded I could barely get up.

Does anyone know what could be wrong with me? 

[Brendle]

I think it's also worth mentioning that all I've done for the last six months is just sit online all day. I exercise and run every day, but when I'm not exercising or working I'm just on the computer.

[White_Rose]

Dear Brendle

Welcome to Beyond Blue.  It's a good place to unload your anxieties and find someone to talk to.

As you say, we are not doctors. I suspect even a doctor would hesitate to diagnose on line. The only satisfactory answer is to go and see your GP. You may be depressed but you may also have a physical condition that is causing your problems. Or a combination of several factors.

Do you remember some years ago when Pat Rafter was playing tennis he had a huge problem with excessive sweating. In the end he stopped playing tennis. But he still leads an active normal life. So stop worrying and get seen by a doctor. It may take a little while but will not go away because you ignore it.

Keep posting here if it helps. Would love to know the outcome of your visit to the doctor if you want to talk about it.

Mary

[HelenM]

Hi Brendie

I think you should get it checked but it sounds like chronic fatigue (also known as M E) to me. Definately go to the docs though.

Take care, Helen