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Posted on 05-11-2009
Filed Under (hepatitis) by admin on 05-11-2009
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Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. asked:


Nearly three out of four patients infected with the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) suffer from chronic fatigue. Of all of the infectious disease’s symptoms, including fever, flu-like symptoms, itching, and nausea, excessive tiredness is one of the most common. While researchers have yet to identify the specific reason causing the fatigue experienced by individuals with HCV, there are many contributing factors as well as a number of very likely causes.

Deficient sleep, stress, poor dietary habits, and lack of exercise can all negatively impact one’s level of energy, especially someone with HCV. Adjusting one’s lifestyle to incorporate healthier choices, such as exercising regularly or consuming more water, is important for people who want to manage their fatigue.

In addition to some of the above factors, there are more closely linked reasons related to fatigue and Hepatitis C. Some HCV drug treatments, including Interferon and Ribavirin (which can cause anemia), can result in substantial fatigue. An unhealthy liver marked by advanced disease, offers little help in preventing fatigue. The difficulty for a compromised liver to produce and store the body’s source for energy, glucose, is a primary reason for diminished energy.

Patients with HCV can also adjust their daily activities to better deal with fatigue. Regularly taking breaks, eating several small meals as opposed to three large ones, and prioritizing your day are all small steps that can cumulatively influence and manage fatigue. Another viable option to reduce excessive tiredness is natural supplements, such as Fatigue Relief Plus™, a natural energy enhancer. However, incorporating natural supplements into your fight against fatigue should first be discussed with a physician.



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