A personal plan for low energy
In Uden, we discuss which part of your day takes the most energy and what change would be valuable to you. We include previous medical assessments. A metabolic test measures specific aspects of your metabolism but does not establish the cause of fatigue. Read how we choose an appropriate next step together.
Fatigue has more than one explanation
Sleep, daily demands, illness, medication and mental wellbeing may all contribute. A short online check cannot distinguish these causes. It only helps organise your first questions.
These questions help the conversation move forward
You do not need to prepare a complete file. Do bring what you already know so that previous investigations and advice remain in view.
- When did the fatigue start, and was there a clear trigger?
- What has become harder, and what happens after exertion?
- How do you sleep, which medicines do you use, and what other symptoms are there?
- What has already been investigated, and what has helped so far?
A blood test is not always the next step
Whether investigation is useful depends on your symptoms and a doctor's assessment. More measurements do not automatically provide greater clarity. Before additional testing, the question being investigated and how the result might change advice should be clear.
Track a change that matters to you
We discuss not only whether you feel more or less tired but also what you can do: finish a workday, cook or meet someone. Before any programme, we agree what to monitor and when to decide whether to continue, adjust or stop.
Frequently asked questions
Is prolonged fatigue the same as ME/CFS?
No. Fatigue has various possible causes. ME/CFS is a specific condition; tiredness alone or an energy check does not establish that diagnosis.
Should I have blood tests first?
Your GP decides based on your symptoms and situation. A standard testing package is not useful for everyone. Bring existing results if relevant.
Make an appointment with your GP for prolonged fatigue, especially with other symptoms such as unintended weight loss, breathlessness or palpitations.
Sources and background
Research applies to the group and application studied. These sources do not predict an individual treatment outcome.