Thyroid could be the cause of perpetual tiredness

Q. I feel perpetually tired, and this has been a recurring problem. What should I do in this case?

Sree

Ans. It could be stress related, thyroid or unusual eating habits. You should get your thyroid checked and have a proper diet. Add proper protein and calcium to your food. Take proper rest. This may require a clinical examination by your local physician if it continues for a longer time period. Q2.

Dr Guru Prasad

Sr Consultant General Medicine

I am a 56- year- old woman. I always feel heavy headed, tired and sometimes dizzy. There is a constant ringing sensation in my ears. I also feel sleepy most of the time and have been coughing for over a month now. Please suggest a remedy.

— Padma Laxmi

Your symptoms may be related to sinusitis or blocked Eustachian tubes — the connecting passage between nose and ears. Our body’s balance is controlled by the ears. ENT problems may be associated with heaviness in the head. You have also mentioned that you are more prone to cough and colds. Get an X- ray PNS ( paranasal sinuses) done and an ENT check up to look at your ear drums.

Steam inhalation and nasal sprays may help. Blood pressure is normal. You may continue levosulpiride.

Dr M Govardhan

Sr Consultant Internal Medicine