8 Key Symptoms Of Chronic Fatigue In Women

By Vanshika Gaur
27 Feb 2025, 16:30 IST

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) caused by stress, weakened immune system, or hormonal imbalance leads to constant tiredness. Women are more likely to experience it which can last up to six months or for years. Here are key symptoms of CFS you should know. Tap to read!

Difficulty Focusing

It is also known as ‘Brain Fog’ and is caused by stress, disrupted sleep, and sometimes hormonal imbalance, making simple tasks seem difficult.

Frequent Headaches

Chronic fatigue syndrome can lead to reduced water intake, resulting in dehydration, causing frequent headaches. Reduced blood flow can also trigger headaches.

Digestive Issues

Chronic fatigue leads to chronic stress and reduced physical activity, which affect gut health and slow down metabolism, leading to digestive issues.

Disrupted Sleep

It can cause various sleep disorders, including insomnia. It also leads to discomfort and low energy levels making them feel unrested even after a full night’s sleep.

Light and Sound Sensitive

CFS causes the nervous system to become overstimulated, leading to pain and discomfort. It also contributes to migraines and inflammation, worsening the sensitivities.

Weakened Immune System

Symptoms like poor sleep quality, hormonal imbalance, chronic stress, and more cause the immune system to weaken making the body vulnerable to health diseases.

Mood Swings

The hormonal imbalances disrupt cortisol and serotonin levels in the body leading to chronic stress and irritability, which contribute to mood swings.

Light-Headedness

CFS causes weakness which results in low blood pressure, dehydration, and poor blood circulation which causes frequent light headedness.

Information Credits

According to PubMed, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome causes sleep problems, cognitive dysfunction, and more impairing activities of daily living. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional if you are experiencing any of the above mentioned symptoms.