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Looking for help. symptoms: extreme fatigue (can sleep 12 hours on a weekend), sleep after work for 1-2 hours every day. pins & needles down left side, approx 3 months now - no pain. occasional lightheadedness. headaches. on anti-depressants.

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Exam: Although such extreme fatigue can be a sign of depression you should first undergo a thorough examination including lab work to check for other medical problems like anemia, underactive thyroid, vitamin b12 or iron deficiency,liver or kidney disease, electrolyte imbalance, autoimmune disorder, multiple sclerosis,chronic infection,Addison's disease,etc. Referral to specialists may then be recommend

Answered 11/28/2019

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