Chronic fatigue, treatment

Chronic fatigue is a serious disease, so treatment should begin immediately after the appearance of the first signs. In the neglected state, the period of treatment of this disease substantially increases, as does its cost. In addition, the risk of developing serious mental disorders increases.



Modern medicine in the treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome has little success. Previously, for this purpose, a pathogenetic treatment route was used, consisting of intravenous administration of immunoglobulin G preparations to the patient, but to date this option has ceased to be used, since its use gives a large number of complications.

Today, chronic fatigue is treated with various methods of cleansing the body, special medications are being introduced to normalize the work of the central nervous system and brain activity, and to restore the functioning of the endocrine, immune system and the gastrointestinal system. In addition, psychological rehabilitation plays an important role in solving this problem.

Crucial in the fight against chronic fatigue is a complex approach, because separately the above methods will be ineffective. Therefore, the treatment of this disease is best in stationary conditions, because only in hospital conditions the patient is provided with complete rest.

The treatment package includes:

• The combination of a gentle regime of physical activity with a full rest and sleep.
• Methods of restoring the emotional-mental state, in particular autogenic training and group psychotherapy.
• Vitaminization of the body with preparations of vitamins of group B (B1, B6, B12) and vitamin C. Vitamins of group B plus trioinin substance are included in the preparation "Biotredin". Thanks to the preparation, brain activity improves, attention and mental capacity are increased, and a positive effect on the work of the nervous system.
• Mandatory walking tours in the fresh air for at least two hours.

Very often in the treatment of this ailment, patients are assigned daily tranquilizers (Rudotel or Mazepam).

Normalization of the blood circulation of the brain and prevention of stroke and a number of other cardiovascular diseases is very important. For example, the combined drug Vazobral, stimulates the processes of blood circulation and metabolism in the brain. The active substances contained in the preparation prevent thrombosis, reduce the permeability of the vascular walls, increase the resistance of the brain tissue to oxygen deficiency, and also increase mental and physical performance. The drug prevents the development of chronic fatigue, which has a clinical confirmation.

Physical activity.
Physical loads perfectly fill the reserves of necessary energy, but the sedentary lifestyle just contributes to the appearance of constant fatigue. Daily exercise, sports, long walks help reduce pressure, bring back to normal weight, help to eliminate anxiety and depression. Less sit in front of the computer or watching TV, more often go out of town on nature. In this disorder, a course of physiotherapy combined with hydrotherapy (oxygen baths and contrast shower) and massage of the entire body or collar zone, as well as a paravertebral massage with the elements of manual therapy (massage along the spine with the use of reflex-segmental massage techniques, is aimed at eliminating pain and improvement of the vegetative functions of the body). This effect has an activating and relaxing effect for the body, relieves fatigue and tension.

To treat this disorder, non-traditional methods of treatment are often used, in particular acupuncture (acupuncture, acupuncture) aimed at restoring the normal functioning of internal organs, reducing pain syndromes and replenishing the energy forces. In a number of cases of chronic fatigue, yoga is effective.

The amount of physical exercises for each individual patient is selected individually, depending on the physical state of the organism.

Food.
To achieve maximum therapeutic effect, diet therapy is often prescribed, in particular, medical starvation. Proper nutrition improves metabolic processes in the body, contributing to increased physical and intellectual activity, and improves overall well-being. Therefore, in order to treat this disorder, it is important to review your eating habits.

For productive work, our brain needs the maintenance of glucose at a certain level. Therefore, it is important to strictly adhere to the diet, do not refuse breakfast and do not skip meals, which lowers the level of sugar and insulin in the blood, which, in turn, makes us irritable. As breakfast, try to use cereal and wholemeal products. Meals during the day should be regular, five to six meals in small portions. This helps maintain energy at the optimum level.

Try to drink more fluids during the day, because of its lack of our body can not work at full strength. With chronic fatigue, you should limit the consumption of beverages containing caffeine. It is not necessary to drink more than two cups of tea or coffee a day, because excess caffeine causes irritability, anxiety, and also contributes to a decline in performance. Also it is necessary to limit or at all to exclude from use drinks like Coca-Cola or Pepsi. In the fight against fatigue, it is recommended to include sea kale, Irgu and feijoa in their diet, since they contain a high content of iodine, and it is known to have calming properties for a person. If you take a teaspoon of blue iodine daily, you can get rid of chronic irritability and stress, and increase your mental abilities.

To relieve fatigue and overwork, effectively drink grape juice in two tablespoons every two hours for three days.

It will help to remove fatigue and get rid of the accumulated stress mixture of crushed walnuts and honey, taken in equal proportion. Drink on a teaspoon three times a day. The course is two to three weeks.

The tension can help get rid of the use of a mixture of cranberry (half cup) and lemon juice (200 ml) with the addition of two tablespoons of sugar. The mixture should be insisted for eight hours, then use 100 ml for twenty minutes before meals three times a day.

Or mix half the glass of lemon juice and apple juice with 200 ml of carrot juice and two tablespoons of sugar. Take 100 grams twenty minutes before meals four times during the day.

Relieve tension and fatigue and also taking a mixture made from 100 g of aloe juice, 0.5 kg of chopped walnuts and lemon juice (three lemons of medium size). Take should be a teaspoon before meals three times a day.

Healthy sleep.
Poor or insufficient sleep is one of the causes of chronic fatigue. Our body requires an average of seven to eight hours of sleep. If you are overcome by insomnia, it is important to discard all troubling thoughts, before going to bed, it is recommended to take walks in the fresh air, to limit the use of invigorating drinks. In no case can not take sleeping pills, it can cause addiction to the body.

Vitamin therapy is also included in a set of measures to combat permanent fatigue.

Psychological health.
A common cause of this ailment is psychological problems. Try to reconsider your way of life, solve problems as they come, do not accumulate them, as constant excitement depletes your energy reserves, causing chronic fatigue. At least once a week is to disconnect from all problems, do nothing and just fully rest.

Share problems with family or friends, or seek professional help from a psychotherapist. Autogenic training (self-hypnosis) will also help in normalizing your psycho-emotional state.

It is very important that the work you do every day brings moral and financial satisfaction. From the fact that everything turns out easily and simply when practicing your favorite business, fatigue after a day's work is not felt. You are satisfied with yourself. Therefore, in the fight against fatigue, it is also important to do what you like, and if necessary, change your occupation. Dissatisfaction with their activities can be compensated by other positive emotions (for example, communication with relatives, new hobbies, sports, or having an animal).

Aromatherapy.
To remove fatigue and tension, massage with essential oils is recommended. Mix a tablespoon of almond or grape oil with four drops of lavender oil and the same amount of lemon oil. Or three drops of lavender oil or ylang-ylang oil mixed with two drops of roman chamomile oil and a tablespoon of almond or grape oil.

Either add a mixture of a few drops of Muscat sage oil, juniper and lemongrass oil, or a few drops of rosemary oil to the aroma lamp - they have a wonderful relaxing and soothing effect. During pregnancy use a mixture of these oils is contraindicated.

Effectively removes the stress of aromatherapy from a mixture of essential oils of geranium, marjoram and rose petals in a ratio of 2: 2: 1 or a mixture of the oils of geranium, cedar, verbena, bergamot and lemon, taken in equal proportions.

Folk remedies for chronic fatigue.
Traditional medicine in the fight against chronic fatigue recommends the use of soothing herbs , such as echinacea, licorice root, prickly bedrock, valerian root, motherwort, ginseng .

To relieve nervous tension, eliminate insomnia, tearfulness, it is good to use a tincture of valerian (10-15 drops).

Daily in the evenings it is recommended to take 10% infusion of herb Leonurus. For its preparation, take ten tablespoons of dry herb and brew with a liter of boiling water, preferably in a thermos. Let it brew and take 100 ml for thirty days.

As a good sedative, the next infusion is: pour two tablespoons of needles ate 200 ml of boiling water, put on fire and boil from the boiling point for fifteen minutes, then add two tablespoons of dark honey to the liquid, cover it well, cover with a lid and wrap it warm cloth. After two hours, the infusion is ready for use. Take 50 g at night.

Ginseng tea helps to relax the nervous system and increases the stress resistance of the body. For the same purpose, you can use the grass of the cat, chamomile, hop, melissa, as they have a sedative and relaxing effect.

Help in the fight against chronic fatigue and help cowberry and strawberry infusion. Take a tablespoon of leaves of cowberry and strawberry and pour 500 ml of boiling water, wrap it with a warm cloth and let it brew for forty minutes. Use in a warm form (heated in a water bath) for three to four times a day before meals. In the infusion, add a spoonful of honey. Drink in a warm form, adding honey to taste, 3-4 times a day.

Pour four tablespoons of raspberry fruit in dried form 400 ml of boiling water and let it brew for three hours. It is recommended to use half a glass of infusion four times a day. Infuse before use, heat on a water bath.

Relaxing baths also help relieve tension and fatigue. Mix a teaspoon of almond oil with two drops of geranium oil, add to a bath with warm water (37-38 ° C). The bath should be taken no more than fifteen minutes. The course consists of fifteen procedures.

Bath with a decoction of the root of valerian: pour the valerian root with cold water, put on fire and boil for fifteen minutes from the moment of boiling. Then remove from heat and allow to infuse liquid for an hour. After this, drain the broth and pour into a bath filled with warm water (37 degrees). Take a bath no more than fifteen minutes.

Coping with chronic fatigue is not easy, but it is possible, despite all the difficulties in diagnosing this disease. Rationally distribute the time of work and rest, eat right, lead a healthy lifestyle, treat life with great positive, and then you will not suffer from chronic fatigue. But with the appearance of the first alarm signals, it is not worthwhile to delay with a visit to a specialist, otherwise the neglected disease will lead to serious disorders of the nervous system and psyche.

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