Fatigue: Related Videos

MS Energy Management

One of the most common symptoms for patients with multiple sclerosis is fatigue. Though it varies from person to person, fatigue can seriously interfere with normal activities, even when the other symptoms of MS are under control. Join us as we take a look at some helpful techniques for dealing with fatigue.

Keywords: fatigue

Adjuvant Therapy Side Effects

For most breast cancer patients, adjuvant therapy is a crucial part of treatment. Like many successful drug therapies, however, adjuvant therapy can cause a number of side effects. Join Dr. Hope Rugo as she discusses these side effects and how doctors keep them from outweighing the benefits of therapy.

Keywords: breast cancer, treatment, therapy, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, medication, adjuvant therapy, epirubicin, adriamycin, anthracycline, cytoxan, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, taxol, taxane, taxotere, herceptin, diagnosis, stage, staging, lymph node, risk factor, hormone receptor, estrogen receptor, progesterone receptor, HER2, side effects, nausea, vomiting, hair loss, anemia, weakness, fatigue, numbness, tingling, heart, cardiomyopathy, infection

Sleep Problems and Your Doctor

Millions of Americans don't sleep well. And many of them don't do anything about it. But the answer is as close as the telephone. Experts suggest that seeing a doctor is the best way to get sleeping back on track. Today there is a wide range of options to turn around the problem of poor sleep. Learn what's available and toss and turn no more.

Keywords: Insomnia, stimulus control therapy, sleep, sleep hygiene, sleep diary, sleep restriction therapy, relaxation therapy, transient insomnia, chronic insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, yoga, meditation, hypnotic medications, benzodiazepine, non-benzodiazepine, Ambien, Sonata, Valium, Ativan, Librium, antihistamines, diphenhydramine, doxylamine, emotional problems, caffeine, sleep debt, fatigue, sleep deprivation

The Biology of Jet Lag

Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, jet lag often keeps you from making the most of your trip. Just about everyone has a tip to offer on how to avoid jet lag, but what really works? Join our sleep specialists as they talk about the biology of jet lag, and what you can do to get your body back on schedule.

Keywords: jet lag, sleep, fatigue, tiredness, airplane, flying, flight, prevention, tips, melatonin, exercise

Sleep and Cancer Treatment

People with cancer have a lot on their minds, which is why they may have trouble sleeping. But some cancer treatments can also upset sleep patterns. Learn what you can do to get a good night's rest.

Keywords: Sleep problems, sleep disturbance, cancer, insomnia, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, nausea, chemotherapy, intestinal problems, insomnia, bladder problems, fatigue, incontinence, anxiety, depression, pain, pain management, non benzodiazepines, non benzodiazepines, Ativan, Librium, Valium, Ambien, Sonata, Dalmane, Restoril, Halcion, sleep behaviors

Seasonal Depression

Every winter, when the days get shorter, people with seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, experience depression. Learn how light can help chase away the winter blues.

Keywords: Seasonal affective disorder, S.A.D, SAD, winter blues, holiday blues, Winter SAD, Light therapy, light box therapy, psychotherapy, cognitive therapy, dawn simulation, negative air ionization, melatonin, serotonin, antidepressants, sunlight, depression, winter depression, fatigue, oversleep, increased sleep, hypersomnia, sleep, irritability, anxiety, increased appetite, low energy, mood changes, suicidal thoughts, weight gain, difficulty concentrating, social withdrawal, decreased sex drive, Personal Inventory for Depression and SAD,

A New Way to Attack NHL

One of the newest treatments for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is radioimmunotherapy, a clever mixture of old and new that better targets cancer cells.

Keywords: radioimmunotherapy, non-Hodgkin's, lymphoma, NHL, cancer, cells, monoclonal antibodies, immune system, radioactive, protein, CD20 antigen, B-cells, lymphocytes, radiation therapy, tumor, localized, targeted therapy, radiation, Zevalin, Bexxar, rituximab, fever, chills, fatigue, headaches, radioactivity

Identifying Kidney Failure

Keywords: kidney failure, homeostasis, red blood cells, anemia, fatigue, serum creatinine, polycystic kidney disease

IBD Intro

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis -- together known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD -- affect as many as a million Americans. Just what are these conditions? What are their causes? How are they treated? For answers to these questions and more, watch this special Webcast brought to you exclusively by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America.

Keywords: Inflammatory Bowel Disease, IBD, chronic inflammatory, conditions, gastrointestinal, GI tract, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, IBD diagnosis, IBD symptoms, Chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, bloody stool, anemia, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, fever, nausea, vomiting, blood tests, stool test, imaging tests, colonoscopy, IBD treatment options, Aminosalicylates, 5-ASA, Sulfasalazine, Mesalamine, Balsalazide, Olsalazine, corticosteroids, Prednisone, Budesonide, Immunosuppressive Agents, 6-Mercaptopurine, Azathioprine, Methotrexate, Cyclosporine A, Antibiotics, Metronidazole, Flagyl, Ciprofloxacin, biologic agents, Infliximab, Remicade, Surgery, IBD diet, nutritional deficiencies, Total Parenteral Nutrition, TPN,

HIV Medicine and Liver Health

Liver problems may be difficult to avoid when taking HIV medicines. But most problems are relatively mild and do not prevent people with HIV from continuing treatment. Learn more about liver damage associated with HIV treatment, and ways that doctors can help minimize the risk of serious problems.

Keywords: HIV, AIDS, human immunodeficiency syndrome, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, liver, side effects, liver damage, transaminases, AST, ALT, alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, bilirubin, albumin, prothrombin time, PT, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, jaundice, yellowing of the eyes, liver inflammation, NRTIs, nuceloside analogs, nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors, NNRTIs, nonnucleosides, nonnucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors, protease inhibitors, PIs, hyperbilirubinemia, hepatitis C, hepatitis

Mitral Valve Prolapse

Heart trouble may sound like a click away if you have mitral valve prolapse (MVP). But this common misfiring in the heart is seldom serious. Learn what can be done if your MVP is out.

Keywords: Heart, heart condition, Mitral valve prolapse, MVP, mitral valve, heart valve, heart murmur, click-murmur syndrome, echocardiogram, Marfan syndrome, bacterial endocarditis, bacterial infection, mitral regurgitation, fatigue, exhaustion, lightheadedness, palpitations, cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, valve repair, valve replacement

Living Longer with Cancer

There have been many advances in improving the outcome of people living with cancer. Although, many people are living longer with their disease, complications arise when cancer spreads. Learn what can be done to surmount those obstacles and maintain a good quality of life.

Keywords: cancer, quality of life, cancer complications, cancer treatment, bone metastases, metastases, metastasis, pain, bone pain, chemotherapy, nausea, anemia, low blood counts, prostate cancer, metastatic breast cancer, multiple myeloma, skeletal problems, bone lesions, bone, fracture, osteoporosis, bone loss, hypercalcemia, spinal cord compression, constipation, sleepiness, fatigue, hormonal treatments, cancer side effects, advanced cancer, bisphosphonates, Actonel, Fosamax, postmenopausal, Zometa, zolendronate, Aredia, pamidronate, radiation therapy, surgery, pain medications, pain medications, pain pumps, bisphosphonates

High Blood Pressure in African-Americans

High blood pressure is a silent killer that presents one of the greatest health risks facing the African American community. Learn how you can control high blood pressure and improve your health.

Keywords: hypertension, high blood pressure, stoke, kidney failure, fatigue, heart attack, congestive heart failure, headaches, nosebleeds, salt, African American, EKG, cardiogram, sonogram, heart, ACE inhibitor, beta blocker, calcium-channel blockers, diuretic, enalapril, captopril, monopril, adrenaline, norvasec, procardia, cardizem, diltiazem, verapamil, epistaxis, systolic, diastolic, exercise, diet, obesity, smoking, diabetes

Fast and Easy HIV Testing

Tests that can rapidly detect HIV are an important advancement in the fight against HIV and AIDS. Will these fast and easy tests lead to greater screening?

Keywords: HIV, HIV +, HIV -, AIDS, tests, blood, infected, blood test, lab, results, antibodies, virus, counseling, ELISA test, Western blot test, confirmatory, sample, waiting period, OraQuick® Rapid HIV-1 Antibody Test, OraQuick® ADVANCE HIV-1/2 Antibody Test, rapid, pinprick, sensitivity, screening, sexually transmitted disease, blood drawn, true positive, false positive, rapid oral, oral, oral HIV test