Fatigue??

[elizmorrissey]

So I was diagnosed with Crohn's in February 2012 and have been in remission since after having my bowel resection. Have the odd bouts of diarrhoea but am constantly fatigued!! Any recommendations how to perk up? And how do I start feeling more awake? Please help!

 

[DJW]

Hi and welcome.

Inflammation could be at the root of this problem. When was the last time you saw the GI specialist? Are you on any meds?
Had full blood work to check crp, b12, iron, Vit D, etc.

 

[elizmorrissey]

Saw my doctor in January but she had no concerns at that time.
No meds, apart from B12 IM injections once a month.
Think a full blood count is on the cards!

 

[DJW]

Good to hear. Fatigue is my first sign of active crohns.

 

[nogutsnoglory]

Many things can be in play, your disease can be active, you may need those blood tests mentioned above, you also may not be absorbing well due to your resection and will need other vitamins by injection if the blood tests prove necessary.

 

[elizmorrissey]

Thanks for your help!