The researchers defined fatigue in this study as people saying yes when asked if they had felt “very tired or exhausted.” In 2024, a total of 71.5% of respondents said they were fatigued in the preceding three months. Of these, 54.9% said they had fatigue some days, 10.7% said it was most days, and 5.9% felt it every day.
If you’re part of that 15-20%, think about going to the doctor for it. Many incredibly common and treatable things can cause fatigue or make it worse. Sleep apnea if you’re overweight, iron deficiency if you have a uterus, depression and anxiety if you pay attention to the world and have a conscience. Life can be hard, but life with untreated disease is even harder.
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If you’re part of that 15-20%, think about going to the doctor for it. Many incredibly common and treatable things can cause fatigue or make it worse. Sleep apnea if you’re overweight, iron deficiency if you have a uterus, depression and anxiety if you pay attention to the world and have a conscience. Life can be hard, but life with untreated disease is even harder.