Weakness and Fatigue
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you suspect that alcohol or other drugs may be causing your fatigue?
See significance of alcohol or other drugs if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you have an alcohol or drug abuse problem and you recognize your need for help?
Yes Are you using alcohol or drugs after participating in a drug or alcohol treatment program?
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Do you think that caffeine may be the cause of your fatigue but you feel unable to stop using caffeine?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: February 27, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Colin Chalk, MD, CM, FRCPC - Neurology | |
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