Many people treated for cancer are worn out for a time, but new findings suggest that long-lasting fatigue may be less common than thought — at least for women with early-stage breast cancer.

The study, of 218 women treated for early breast cancer, found that almost one-third had “cancer-related fatigue” at the end of treatment. But far fewer — six percent — still had the problem a year later.

That suggests for most women with the disease post-treatment fatigue will fade with some time, the researchers report in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

It’s well known that cancer patients often suffer fatigue. and some studies have concluded it’s common for that weariness to last for years after treatment ends. Among breast cancer survivors, researchers have found that more than one-third have fatigue two to three years after treatment.

The reasons, though, have not been clear. and the new findings support the idea that some cases of chronic fatigue in earlier studies may have had causes other than the cancer itself.

Past studies have often been “cross-sectional,” meaning they studied people at one time-point.

So it’s possible to catch some bouts of fatigue that are related to various causes, explained Dr. David Goldstein, who led the new study.

That could mean lingering fatigue from a viral illness, for example, or fatigue related to depression, according to Goldstein, of Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick, Australia.

“There are cancer survivors with true post-cancer fatigue,” Goldstein said in an email. It’s just that the number may be “less than previously thought.”

That may be true at least with early-stage breast cancer — and possibly some other early cancers, Goldstein said — but not necessarily more-advanced cancer.

“The fatigue associated with advanced cancer is a much more complex issue — tied up with the biology of an active tumor and its many physical effects, as well as the drugs used (for treatment),” Goldstein explained.

The findings are based on 218 women who were treated for early-stage breast cancer with surgery and some type of “adjuvant” therapy, usually radiation, chemotherapy or both.

The women answered questions about their physical and psychological health every few months for a year after treatment. Overall, Goldstein’s team found, 11 percent persistently had fatigue at the six-month mark, while six percent still had symptoms a year after treatment ended.

Goldstein said the study used a questionnaire that distinguished between physical and psychological symptoms, which some past studies have not done. and women who had persistent fatigue at six months were evaluated to rule out “alternative” causes — like low thyroid hormone levels or depression.

It’s not clear why some women treated for early breast cancer remain fatigued for months or longer, according to Goldstein.

Some recent research, he noted, has hinted that some patients could have a genetic predisposition to an “exaggerated bodily response” to chemotherapy, for example.

Other work has suggested that chronic, body-wide inflammation could play a role.

As for fatigue treatment, there’s evidence that good sleep habits and regular exercise can help, if people can keep those habits up.

Based on research into chronic fatigue, a combination of exercise plus cognitive behavioral therapy might help some patients, according to Goldstein. he said he and his colleagues are currently studying that approach.

Cognitive behavioral therapy is a form of talk therapy focused on changing the thought patterns and behaviors that seem to be feeding physical or mental symptoms.

One recent study also found that breast cancer survivors who got more omega-3 fats in their diets were less likely to have long-lasting fatigue than survivors who ate less. (See Reuters Health story of March 29, 2012)

Omega-3 fats, which are thought to fight inflammation, are largely found in oily fish like salmon, mackerel and tuna.

Those findings, though, do not prove that omega-3 directly affects the long-term risk of fatigue. and the researchers said it was too soon for cancer survivors to be taking fish oil to battle fatigue.

They noted, though, that eating fish a couple times a week — something that’s already recommended for general health — could be a good idea.

BRATTLEBORO—Spring is finally here. We can emerge from our houses, go for hikes, take walks, and stroll around in the woods.

But we should avoid getting bitten by a deer tick.

Deer ticks (Ixodes scapularis) live everywhere in the country, including here in Windham County. many deer ticks now carry Lyme disease, as well as four other bacterial infections: Rocky Mountain spotted fever, babesiosis, anaplasmosis, and ehrlichiosis.

Lyme disease is caused by the spirochete (spiral-shaped bacteria) borrelia burgdorferi, which is similar to the syphilis organism.

This disease is becoming known as the “Great Imitator,” because its symptoms mimic those of many other illnesses, such as multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and other non-specific musculoskeletal and neurological diseases.

Half the people infected with Lyme disease get a characteristic bullseye rash (Erythema Migrans, or EM). Some of the other most common signs and symptoms of an acute infection with Lyme disease include headache, muscle aches and pain, heart palpitations, stiff neck, and joint pain (usually one-sided and in a large joint, like a knee of hip).

However, the list is much longer, and often overlaps with the symptoms that one might have with a cold or flu. This is where the tragic problem of chronic Lyme disease begins, when the infection is overlooked and dismissed.

Lyme disease, and especially the notion of “chronic Lyme disease” is an area of contention among many doctors. This debate is driven by a number of factors, including science, politics, and the insurance industry.

The controversy becomes very heated and emotional for people, especially those who are struggling with their health and who suspect Lyme disease as the cause of their illness.

Over the past decade, two opposing camps have emerged in the battle. one camp is represented by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), led by a group of academic researchers. This group maintains that Lyme disease is “hard to catch and easy to halt” (according to an oft-quoted New York Times story on the research) because the infection is “rare,” easily diagnosed, and treated with two to four weeks of antibiotics. This group also claims that chronic Lyme disease is rare or nonexistent.

This group of researchers has written the guidelines that most physicians refer to when treating Lyme disease. but here’s the catch: The IDSA guidelines’ authors have significant conflicts of interest that have biased their treatment and diagnostic recommendations, including:

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Scurvy is an inadequate intake of Vitamin C. May affect collagen (connective tissues) . The collagen production is poor may cause weakness of small blood vessels. Bruising is obvious in mostly in the skin. May also cause bleeding into muscles and joints causing pain. an intake of fruits and vegetables provides the body with Vitamin C.

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Are you getting enough sleep at night because you suffer from insomnia? There’s a safe, easy way to solve your problem without sleeping pills

Are you getting enough sleep at night because you suffer from insomnia?  There’s a safe, easy way to solve your problem without sleeping pills.

Insomnia is such a common problem there are millions all over the world who have great difficulty sleeping at night.  Most people with sleep problems use sleeping pills to help them cope  with their insomnia.  Other, who don’t want to use sleeping pills because they are worried about the side effects, continue to suffer from the lack of sleep and  put up with their condition as best as they can.

If you also suffer from insomnia and feel that you are not getting enough sleep at night, it’s an unfortunate fact that both methods can have serious effects on your health.

Doctors all agree that if you are not getting enough sleep, this can have serious effects on your body. Medical studies carried out by well-known universities show that physical conditions such as chronic fatigue, lack of proper muscular co-ordination, weight loss, nausea, dizziness and fainting spells are often associated with sleep deprivations.

 There are also studies that show more serious medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes are disturbances of the immune system are often linked to sleep deprivation.

Apart from the adverse physical problems, sleep deprivation can have serious effects on the function of the brain. Memory loss and a marked inability to focus for any length of time are symptoms often seen in people who get too little sleep.

HOW MUCH SLEEP DOES A PERSON NEED IN ORDER TO REMAIN HEALTHY AND AVOID SERIOUS ILSLEEP DEPRIVATION.

There is a wide variation in people’s needs. but as a general rule, if you are getting even as little as five or six hours of restful sleep every night, instead of the accepted idea of 8 hours, and you wake up in the morning refreshed and invigorated, there is little need for concern. but if you only manage to snatch a few hours each night because you suffer from insomnia and have to drag yourself out of bed in the morning, drained of all energy, then clearly there is a definite need for more sleep.

SLEEPING PILLS AND THE POTENTIALLY HARMFUL EFFECTS

Many people with insomnia and various sleep disorders use sleeping pills to help them sleep at night. Doctors prescribe sleeping pills when they feel they are absolutely necessary. but they always caution patients about the possible dangers and potentially harmful effects of sleeping pills. They point out to patients, that not only is there is always the danger of side-effects with all sleeping pills, there is always the risk of becoming totally dependent on them.

In serious cases of insomnia, it is preferable to take an occasional sleeping pill rather than spend hour after hour tossing and turning in a futile attempt to fall asleep. but sleeping pills should only be taken as a temporary, short term solution.

CAUSES OF INSOMNIA.

Sleep is a natural process.  Everyone should be able to enjoy healthy, restful sleep every night. if you suffer from insomnia and have problems getting enough sleep at night, it’s important to try and establish the reason why this is happening to you.

The two most common causes of insomnia are stress and bad sleeping habits.

STRESS

There is no doubt that stress, in various forms, is often the cause of insomnia. if you believe that stress is the main reason why you are unable to sleep at night, it’s obviously in your interest to try and remove the cause of the stress, if this at all possible. in many cases, however, this can be very difficult.

The stress, for example, may be caused by problems over which you have no control. if you find that for various reasons, it’s not possible to remove the cause of your stress – which very often happens – there’s an alternative solution.

There are effective ways to handle stress, no matter how severe it may be. You’ve obviously heard this old maxim many times and recognize how true it is: “NOBODY CAN MAKE YOU FEEL SMALL WITHOUT YOUR PERMISSION!” the same applies in many respects to the problem of stress.

It’s not the nature of the stressful situation that’s causes problems. It’s your reaction to the situation.

There’s no reason at all why stress – no matter how severe- should affect your peace of mind to such an extent that it causes insomnia and prevents you from enjoying restful, revitalizing sleep at night. There’s a highly effective sleep management system you can use to cope with all forms of stress.

BAD SLEEPING HABITS

A habit is a form of behavior to which you have become so accustomed to using that it has become  second nature to you.  you perform the same function, almost automatically,. without  giving  it any thought.

The second common cause for insomnia is simply bad sleeping habits. This is far easier to control and remedy than stress.

Any psychologist will tell you that the msot effective way to change a bad habit is to  consciously replace it with another form of behavior.

The same sleep management system that can effectively control all forms of stress, can also be used to remedy and rectify bad sleeping habits.

If you feel that you’re not getting enough sleep at night – for whatever reason – and your health is suffering as a result, you can make use of an excellent alternative to potentially harmful sleeping pills. An effective sleep management system is available to you, that is safe and easy to use.  Visit the following website for details of this sleep management system and how to access it.  effectivesleepsolutions.com

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My question is what should I have him test or look for? first of all, no, I am not pregnant. my symptom is feeling very fatigued all the time. Sleep or caffeine does not help. I feel lethargic.

hmm….it's awful to be sick and tired of being sick and tired. most people don't understand that there's a difference between being tired and being sleepy.

Have him test you for chronic fatigue symptom…best thing to do is make a list of any other symptoms. The more info, the better

Good luck

Learn to treat your body right by attending this women's health event on January 22nd in Hastings Nebraska, hosted by Redline Pharmacy. this event is focused on a holistic approach to women's health. Aimed at those wanting to take control of their hormonal, nutritional and physical wellbeing. Four experts will be on site for live presentations.

Hastings, NE (PRWEB) December 30, 2010

on January 22nd, Redline Pharmacy (link redlinepharmacy.com/) will be hosting their first women’s health event focused on a holistic approach to health. Aimed at those wanting to take control of their hormonal, nutritional and physical wellbeing, the day will be filled with live presentations from four of the industry’s most respected experts in bioidentical hormone replacement (link redlinepharmacy.com/bioidentical-hormones.html), natural health, nutrition and fitness (link nutritionlifespa.com/) and exercise (link hastingsymca.net/).

Experts on hand will be Medical Director, BodyLogicMD of Kansas City, Dr. David Shuck, who practices integrative and functional medicine, helping women and men find relief from symptoms of hormonal imbalance, such as hot flashes, weight gain, insomnia, chronic fatigue, low libido, mood swings, irritability and variety of other health challenges attributed to hormonal imbalances, such as perimenopause, menopause, andropause (the male menopause), thyroid disorders and adrenal fatigue. Dr. Shuck will be presenting his program “Hormone Reality Check: Bioidentical Hormones” from 9-10am and will be giving away $250 in discounts off his services to one lucky winner.

Natural health, nutrition and fitness coach, Tracy Gardner, who is the owner of Nutrition Life Spa, a holistic health & nutrition practice based in Grand Island, Nebraska will be presenting “Superfoods: Foods that will Change Your Life.”    Superfoods can be the basis of a sound, healthy and nutritious diet which can help prevent or reverse disease. Tracy specializes in tailoring programs for women to empower themselves to get their best body at any age.    Tracy has been selected as the National LOA (Ladies of America) Nutrition Expert and has also been offered to take part in an upcoming reality show on TLC as one of six experts to holistically transform the lives of individual contestants.

Health & Wellness Director for the Hastings Family YMCA, Anne Hessler, who oversees the development and implementation of health, wellness and fitness programs will be presenting “Yoga & Pilates: Minimum Impact Maximum Results.” Yoga is used to improve the body’s flexibility, strength, and posture. Yoga as well as Pilates combines breathing techniques within the movements to help enhance a “mind-body” connection. it does not matter the fitness level of the participant, the age or gender, everyone can benefit from this nonimpact form of exercise.

Women’s health, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy & nutrition expert, Jen Ramaekers, PharmD and one of Redline’s very own pharmacists will be presenting “Our Depleted Diets: Nutritional Supplements for Optimal Health.”

Redline Pharmacy focuses on creating custom pharmaceutical compounds for each of its clients. These include supplements that focus on everything from hormonal imbalances to thyroid issues. they even offer solutions for pets and other veterinary applications.

The event starts at 9:00 a.m. at the Lochland Country Club in Hastings. Lunch is included and preregistration is required. Attendees get a special early bird $5 discount if registered before January 14th, 2011. For more information, call (402) 462-2929 or visit the Redline Pharmacy website. (link redlinepharmacy.com/)

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