{"id":4810,"date":"2022-12-29T15:51:56","date_gmt":"2022-12-29T15:51:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthnewscentral.com\/?p=4810"},"modified":"2022-12-29T15:51:56","modified_gmt":"2022-12-29T15:51:56","slug":"8-likely-signs-of-adrenal-fatigue-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthnewscentral.com\/8-likely-signs-of-adrenal-fatigue-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Likely Signs Of Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When it comes to Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome, it is not actually a condition that\u2019s considered or accepted as an actual medical diagnosis. That\u2019s because it is a term that tends to be used for a diagnosis of an assortment of particular symptoms like fatigue, sleep issues, nervousness and others that people complain about but cannot be pinpointed to a specific medical issue. Instead, they are linked to an insufficiency of the adrenal glands.<\/p>\n

The medical term or condition is actually considered quite controversial despite being a common diagnosis amongst patients. According to The Endocrine Society<\/a>, \u2018there is no specific proof that adrenal fatigue exists as a medical diagnosis.\u2019 Oftentimes, the term is interchanged with Adrenal Insufficiency<\/a>, which is the inability to produce more cortisol, as well as with Addison\u2019s Disease<\/a>, which refers to damage to the adrenal glands.<\/p>\n

The adrenal glands are responsible for a number of hormones that are vital to day-to-day life. So, when it comes to adrenal insufficiency, it basically means that there is a lack or an inadequate amount of these hormones being produced. Some of the hormones that are produced by the adrenal glands are aldosterone, cortisol<\/a>, adrenaline and noradrenaline.<\/p>\n

Adrenaline<\/a> is responsible for a person\u2019s fight or flight response, which is also known as the stress response or the way someone responds to extreme stress or fear. When it comes to adrenal failure, experts believe this occurs when the adrenal glands get overworked because of stressful situations, becoming overburdened and fatigued, releasing excessive amounts of cortisol. As a result, the glands cannot make enough cortisol later on for proper body function, which in turn causes adrenal fatigue syndrome.<\/p>\n

Because there are so many reasons why people feel tired, it makes it harder for medical professionals to properly diagnose the true reason behind extreme fatigue or feeling exhausted. But there are some signs that people can watch out for when it comes to adrenal fatigue syndrome. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, be sure to speak to your doctor about them and about the possible causes, one of which could be adrenal fatigue syndrome.<\/p>\n

Here are 8 common signs of adrenal fatigue syndrome to watch out for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Extreme Tiredness or Fatigue<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When it comes to fatigue<\/a>, it isn\u2019t the usual feeling of tiredness, and it doesn\u2019t always refer to just the physical sense, but a mental tiredness as well. Fatigue is a constant or continual feeling of weakness or tiredness that includes a lack of energy or having zero motivation to do anything at all. Moreover, fatigue doesn\u2019t disappear after a good night of sleep or following a more complete or nutritious diet. In fact, its continually feeling weary alongside other symptoms like sleepiness, slow responsiveness, brain fog, eating disorders, sore muscles, moodiness, depression, anxiety and many others. If you are experiencing fatigue, speak to your doctor about the possible reasons why to figure out what could be causing it.<\/p>\n

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2. Body Aches and Joint Pain<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Aside from fatigue, another sign of adrenal fatigue syndrome is body aches and joint pain. Notably, most patients that complain of fatigue also complain of muscle pain<\/a> at the same time. Also known as myalgia, body aches can be caused by a variety of reasons like disease, infections, and other adverse health reasons. When it comes to adrenal fatigue syndrome, muscle and joint pain usually comes from the body\u2019s continuous need to produce cortisol, leaving you feeling weak, tired, and worn out, which at times, can cause the muscles and joints to be overworked as a result. Sometimes these aches and pains are also due to a lack of sleep and just a general feeling of weariness and exhaustion. If you are experiencing unexplained muscle and joint pain, seek out medical attention and talk to a doctor about the possibility of suffering from adrenal fatigue syndrome.<\/p>\n

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3. Sleep Disturbances<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Another symptom of adrenal fatigue syndrome is sleep disturbances. This refers to sleep issues or sleep disorders<\/a> where falling and staying asleep are a problem. Some of these disorders include sleep apnea, insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and narcolepsy amongst others. Notably, sleep is one of the most important things when it comes to your overall health because while you sleep, your body is working hard to maintain both healthy brain function and physical health. Unfortunately when it comes to adrenal fatigue syndrome, most patients complain of the inability to fall asleep at all or to remain asleep throughout the night. For others, they tend to feel sleepy during the day, during work or while driving, while remaining wide awake at night. This lack of proper sleep also causes cognitive issues, brain fog, heart problems, while affecting one\u2019s metabolism and hormone production as well.<\/p>\n

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4. Sugar and Salt Cravings<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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It might seem strange, but another symptom for adrenal fatigue syndrome is craving for salty and sugary foods<\/a>. But what isn\u2019t so strange is the fact that when people actually crave for particular foods, it\u2019s the body\u2019s way of telling them that they lack a certain nutrient in their body. As mentioned earlier, adrenal fatigue syndrome causes the adrenal gland to be overworked, and one of the responses is heightened adrenaline, or the \u201cfight or flight\u201d hormone, which tells the body it needs energy to either fight or run away from whatever danger it may be facing. On a regular basis, the cravings for sweet and salty foods comes and goes, but with adrenal fatigue, they may be continuous which, sooner or later, can be detrimental to one\u2019s health.<\/p>\n

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5. Nervousness<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Another common symptom of adrenal fatigue syndrome is nervousness. That\u2019s because this is actually a natural response of the body when it comes to stress. Since the adrenal gland is in charge of creating cortisol, and cortisol is the body\u2019s natural \u201calarm system,\u201d the additional cortisol can bring out feelings of additional energy, high blood pressure, faster breathing, and a quickened heartbeat, making one have higher feelings of nervousness and anxiety. Moreover, the extra cortisol also causes the body to produce another hormone called norepinephrine<\/a>, which keeps you alert. When there is an excess of this hormone, it may also make you feel on edge. Even if it\u2019s not due to adrenal fatigue syndrome, nervousness and anxiety are things that shouldn\u2019t be ignored. Be sure to talk to a medical professional about what you have been feeling or dealing with to have a better understanding of what you may be dealing with.<\/p>\n

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\u00a06.\u00a0<\/strong>Digestive Problems<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Although there are a number of reasons why people have digestive issues like bloating and gas, and digestive disorders<\/a> such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, lactose intolerance and more, another reason could be due to adrenal fatigue syndrome. That\u2019s because when there is raised cortisol levels, digestive issues tend to come out. With an increase in cortisol comes a suppression in the immune system, making people more prone to sickness and illness. Moreover, adrenal fatigue can also cause allergies, stomach infections and chronic inflammation as well. No matter the cause of the disease or sickness may be, it\u2019s important to discuss whatever you may be feeling with your doctor to figure out the real reason behind them, as well as to get the proper treatment before symptoms become worse.<\/p>\n

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7. Low Blood Pressure<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Explained by the NHS, blood pressure<\/a> is \u2018a measure of the force that your heart uses to pump blood around your body.\u2019 It is measured in two different figures known as systolic pressure and diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pushes the blood out, while diastolic pressure is the pressure when the heart rests in between heart beats. The reason why this is important is because without it, blood cannot properly flow through the circulatory system to all the vital organs throughout the body. One other symptom of adrenal fatigue syndrome is low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, which creates feelings of dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, and even fainting, to name a few, adding additional stress to an already distressed body.<\/p>\n

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8. <\/strong>Weight Gain<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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There are a number of reasons why people gain weight, and normally, it isn\u2019t just because of one thing alone but rather, a number of things that contribute to unwanted weight gain<\/a>. When it comes to adrenal fatigue syndrome, once again it comes down to heightened cortisol levels since this hormone also helps in regulating sugars in fats in the body. Aside from causing a major lack of energy and an excess amount of stress, together these work to create a vicious cycle of weight gain since most patients are too tired to do anything and tend to overeat due to additional cravings. If you notice unwanted weight gain, along with any of the other signs on this list, speak to your doctor about the possibility of having adrenal fatigue syndrome. Even if it turns out not to be that, seeking help from a medical professional will help you get a proper diagnosis and necessary treatment to get you on the way to better overall health and wellbeing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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