A member asked:

Why am i always so tired? i am always bone deep exhausted. i could sleep 20 hours a day and still be tired. i'm on lamictal and cymbalta (duloxetine).

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Tell your doctor: Fatigue & exhaustion can be due to your medication, either as a side effect or from too much! or perhaps you're anemic or hypothyroid. If you're getting enough sleep (20hrs is plenty!) and still tired, perhaps you're not getting good quality sleep. In other words, you might have sleep apnea. Regardless, you need to talk to your family physician and get diagnosed in order to get properly treated.

Answered 12/24/2019

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Talk 2 psychiatrist: If this started since you've been on these meds then maybe the dose is too high or not right for you. If a change in meds doesn't fix the problem, then get a complete med eval, as there are several conditions that cause severe fatigue.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Agree with Dr. L: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor and discuss if you may be more than depressed. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated.

Answered 12/24/2019

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