Teenage Daughter's Health Issue

My daughter became extremely tired and sleepy
She also started gaining weight
Doctor ordered blood test and she had very high tsh. She has been advised to follow up with endocrinologist. Get blood work run to rule out health issues .
She also had irregular periods
We are still waiting to see endo but as of now we at least know the cause for her tiredness

 

Yes.my 14 yr old niece was exactly same and found out her Vit D was too low.She had to take High dose vit D injections periodically and in couple of months she was fine.

 

Here is an article I found published by National Institute of Health.

The tired teen: A review of the assessment and management of the adolescent with sleepiness and fatigue.

It looks like it is a common problem.

 

Also please check her iron levels. Anemia may cause tiredness.

 

I am not a physician or healthcare provider...but here are my thoughts.

1. Have her checked out thoroughly with full blood test, for levels of vitamins, minerals and hormones. this is the first thing.
2. If she is suddenly disinterested in previously enjoyed activity, have her assessed if there is any depression.
3. There is a condition called hypersomnia that sometimes starts in childhood or teenage and continues into adulthood when it is known as narcolepsy. Hypersomnia is a condition that homeopaths are aware of and know how to treat. I feel they are good with a lot of conditions, sleep issues are one such (despite many nonbelievers who have never tried it in the first place, but will offer their opinions gratis)

Here is a link to an article I found.
HOMOEOPATHY FOR HYPERSOMNIA

In my personal experience, I have found homeopathy (and ayurvedic medicines) to be very helpful, and cure -producing in complex conditions, with no side effects. The key is to find a good homeopath, who will take the time to do an extensive interview of the patient and parent. You will need to ask around if you want to find one in your area. These days some homeopaths will do this over a video call meeting if you are not in their area.

In USA, I am aware that the FDA has approved a prescription for excessive daytime sleepiness, but I am fearful of all new allopathic medicines with unknown longterm consequences in developing bodies, not to mention insanely expensive.

I wish you all the best. You are extremely worried as any mother wouldbe and naturally so. As always, pray to God to send you to the right person, right solution and resolution of your worry.

You and your daughter are in my prayers today. May God bless your family. OM

 

I trust u had heard of black gram உளுந்து களி. Girls attained puberty regularly fed with this preparation. It would take care harmonal changes and maker her uterus etc strong and helpful in long run. In rural south of India this is included in the girls menu.