Can my birth control pill make me tired?

Can my birth control pill make me tired?

Fatigue is listed as a potential side effect of birth control pills, vaginal rings, and the subdermal implant, says Irobunda. “Side effects, including fatigue, are in part due to the hormones in contraception,” explains Dr.

How long does fatigue last with birth control?

Most mild side effects of birth control will fade within 3 months. If you can wait it out, yucky symptoms like fatigue should fade. If your fatigue lasts longer than 3 months, there’s probably another cause.

What are some signs of fatigue?

Symptoms of fatigue

• chronic tiredness or sleepiness.
• headache.
• dizziness.
• sore or aching muscles.
• muscle weakness.
• slowed reflexes and responses.
• impaired decision-making and judgement.
• moodiness, such as irritability.

Why do I feel so weak and have no energy?

You may feel mildly fatigued because of overwork, poor sleep, worry, boredom, or lack of exercise. Any illness may cause fatigue. It usually goes away as the illness clears up. Most of the time, mild fatigue occurs with a health problem that will improve with home treatment.

Why do I feel sleepy and tired all the time?

Many possible factors cause chronic fatigue, such as underlying medical conditions, nutrient deficiencies, sleep disturbances, caffeine intake, and chronic stress. If you’re experiencing unexplained fatigue, it’s important to talk with your doctor to find the cause.

Why am I absolutely exhausted all the time?

You may be too exhausted even to manage your daily affairs. In most cases, there’s a reason for the fatigue. It might be allergic rhinitis, anemia, depression, fibromyalgia, chronic kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease (COPD), a bacterial or viral infection, or some other health condition.

How do you beat fatigue after surgery?

Rest when you are tired, eat well and get as much gentle exercise (such as walking or swimming as directed by us or your physician) as possible. Physical activity helps combat fatigue. The latter is an essential part of successful postsurgical rehabilitation.

Why am I so tired months after surgery?

Tiredness, exhaustion, or severe and prolonged fatigue are common after surgery – even minor surgery. This is, in part, due to the effects of anesthesia, which often wear off more slowly in older people.

What can I take for fatigue and tiredness?

The only pharmacy product proven safe and effective in helping fight fatigue and drowsiness is caffeine, found in such OTC products as Vivarin and NoDoz. Each caplet or tablet contains 200 mg of caffeine. Take one dose not more often than every 3 to 4 hours.