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Members responded to a question about managing fatigue with a wide range of practical suggestions, from supplements like B-complex, CoQ10,... Read more

Members responded to a question about managing fatigue with a wide range of practical suggestions, from supplements like B-complex, CoQ10, magnesium, and the Thorne multivitamin, to prescription options like modafinil and Adderall. Several members emphasized the importance of getting lab work done first, especially checking ferritin and iron levels, with some sharing personal stories of dramatic improvement after iron infusions. A recurring theme was that eating balanced meals, staying hydrated, and staying active all play a meaningful role in reducing fatigue, even when energy is limited.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I take three magnesium with Tylenol and cbd to 😴 sleep

August 25
A MyFibroTeam Member

I was prescribed modifinal. It works great, felt good on it but made me super hyper. But something to ask dr about.if you try this take 1/4 of recommended dose, only a suggestion and my opinion.
Now I have one coffee in the morning.

August 25
A MyFibroTeam Member

@Annelliott, These are great recommendations. I had no idea 2 years ago my Ferritin (part of iron) was in the dumps, 3.5, now 2 years later, w/2 iron infusions I’m finally at 170, which is in the middle. I was short of breath, tired beyond, and was bruising easier. I’m no longer short of breath, and I feel better.
Get labs first before starting supplements, and ask PCP.πŸ’žπŸ™

August 24
A MyFibroTeam Member

I think it can be helpful to ask a primary care doctor about any labs to rule out basic causes of fatigue first, like iron (including ferritin), B vitamins, vitamin D, thyroid panel, and so on; whatever the doctor thinks. Beyond that, my own doctor suggested B vitamins (just the regular amount daily), and CoQ 10, and magnesium for migraine, but I think those can be helpful for fatigue, too. Another thing my doctor suggested was to eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, legumes/beans and other plant based sources of protein, whole grains, nuts and seeds; to eat well and stay hydrated. It sounds basic, I know, but from my own experience, when I'm so exhausted sometimes I just grab something convenient rather than a balanced meal or snack. πŸ’— But, I definitely think there is plenty of convenient kinds of foods that are healthful! We don't need to use up energy cooking everything from scratch. πŸ€—

August 24
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have heard that foods and supplements containing magnesium are a big help.

August 25

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