Why do women often feel fatigued and sleepy?
Disease description:
I have been feeling sleepy lately. May I ask why women often feel tired?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Women experiencing long-term fatigue and excessive sleepiness may involve multiple causes, which can be analyzed from the following aspects:
1. High pressure from life and work, mental stress, or significant emotional fluctuations may cause both physical and psychological fatigue, leading to increased feelings of sleepiness.
2. Irregular作息 habits, such as staying up late, insufficient sleep, or poor sleep quality, can directly affect bodily recovery and energy reserves, causing exhaustion during the day.
3. Imbalanced nutrition or deficiency in certain key nutrients, such as iron and B vitamins, may also cause persistent fatigue.
4. Physiological factors: fatigue and excessive sleepiness may occur before and after menstruation due to hormonal changes.
5. Underlying health conditions, such as chronic fatigue syndrome, sleep disorders like sleep apnea, and mental health issues such as depression, can also cause persistent fatigue.
Therefore, when women experience long-term fatigue and sleepiness, it is recommended to adjust lifestyle habits, ensure adequate sleep, and maintain a balanced diet. If any discomfort persists, please seek medical attention promptly.
