It was almost impossible to climb stairs. I couldn t go out to eat because I couldn t stand to be up that long. It really wiped me out. Fortunately, Nash s fatigue began fading about two months ago. Movements are made more difficult, increasing frustration and simulating fatigue.
Patients say it is very close to their own experiences.
Sixty percent of healthcare professionals who ve been through it said it would alter the way they think about and treat fatigue. The first step is good patient assessment, Velez-Barone said. Healthcare providers have to realize it s there and understand the risk factors. If the patient has anemia, treat it. If they re malnourished, bring in a nutritionist.