How to improve low energy and easy fatigue in high school students

May 12, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Poor energy and easy fatigue in high school students may be caused by physiological factors, or pathological conditions such as anemia and neurasthenia, requiring targeted treatment based on the specific cause. In addition to these relatively common reasons, other causes—such as hypothyroidism—should also be considered. If any discomfort symptoms occur, timely medical evaluation and treatment are essential to avoid delaying diagnosis and management.

Poor energy and easy fatigue in high school students may be caused by physiological factors, or pathological conditions such as anemia and neurasthenia. Targeted treatment should be provided based on the specific underlying cause. The detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Physiological Factors

Irregular作息 (daily routines) and insufficient sleep at night among high school students can prevent the body and brain from fully resting, leading to feelings of weakness and low energy. This is a normal physiological phenomenon that can be relieved naturally through adequate rest.

2. Pathological Factors

1) Anemia

High school students have a relatively high demand for iron. If proper nutritional intake is neglected, anemia may develop. Anemia reduces the oxygen-carrying capacity of body tissues, decreases metabolic efficiency, and leads to reduced muscle tone, resulting in poor energy levels and easy fatigue. Symptoms can be alleviated under medical guidance with medications such as ferrous succinate tablets or iron dextran dispersible tablets.

2) Neurasthenia

Prolonged and excessive stress in high school students can easily lead to neurasthenia, which may manifest as lack of energy, headaches, slowed reactions, and fatigue. Under a doctor’s advice, medications such as Anshen Bunao Liquid (calming and nourishing brain liquid) or mecobalamin tablets may be used to relieve symptoms.

In addition to the above common causes, other potential factors include poor sleep quality and hypothyroidism. Individuals experiencing discomfort should seek timely medical evaluation and treatment to avoid delays in managing the condition.