Being tired for weeks or months is not something you simply have to put up with. A fatigue doctor in Dubai should begin by asking why you are tired, not by assuming it is stress. Dr Fouzia, a consultant family physician, looks for medical causes first, including thyroid problems, low iron, sleep disorders, blood sugar changes, hormonal shifts and low mood. She then builds a plan around what she finds.
Poor sleep or sleep apnoea, anaemia, thyroid disease, low vitamin D or B12, perimenopause, depression, some medicines, long-term stress and recent infections can all affect energy. Often, more than one factor is involved.
Fatigue that continues for a few months, or comes with fever, weight loss or pain, needs a fuller medical assessment. ME/CFS is a distinct diagnosis that needs careful assessment by an appropriately qualified clinician after other possible explanations have been considered.
Changes in concentration or memory can be reviewed as part of a fatigue assessment. If you are looking for a structured programme, visit the brain fog and cognitive wellness page.
Explore brain fog and cognitive wellnessThe assessment is guided by your symptoms and medical history. Tests are selected where they can add useful information.
Your health history and when the tiredness began
Sleep and mood screening
A physical examination
Selected tests, such as a full blood count, ferritin, thyroid function, vitamin D, B12 and blood sugar
Depending on what is found, your plan may cover a steadier sleep routine, meal timing, pacing your activity, stress skills and supplements where they are justified.
Chest pain, breathlessness, fainting, sudden weakness or sudden confusion need urgent medical care. Do not wait for a routine appointment. In the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.
Persistent tiredness despite adequate sleep can have several causes, including iron deficiency, anaemia, thyroid disorders, vitamin deficiencies, sleep disorders, hormonal changes, medication effects and ongoing stress. Dr.Fawezya Al ALi assesses possible contributors before recommending appropriate management.
Consult a doctor if fatigue lasts several weeks, affects your daily activities or occurs alongside symptoms such as dizziness, unexplained weight changes, breathlessness or difficulty concentrating. A medical evaluation can help identify possible causes and determine the appropriate next steps.
Depending on your symptoms, a doctor may recommend a complete blood count, iron studies, thyroid function, vitamin B12, vitamin D or blood glucose testing. Not everyone needs every test; investigations should be selected according to clinical findings.
Yes. Hormonal conditions involving the thyroid, reproductive hormones or other endocrine systems can contribute to fatigue. Perimenopause and menopause may also affect energy and sleep. A medical assessment helps determine whether hormonal changes are contributing to your symptoms.
Digestive problems may contribute to fatigue through factors such as inadequate nutrient absorption, dietary limitations, disrupted sleep or ongoing discomfort. However, fatigue and brain fog have many possible causes, so a broader medical assessment is important.
Dr.Fawezya Al ALi reviews your medical history, sleep patterns, nutrition, medications, stress levels and associated symptoms. Depending on the findings, she may recommend selected investigations and develop a personalised plan addressing identified contributing factors.
Yes. You can contact Dr.Fawezya Al ALi to arrange an assessment for persistent fatigue, low energy or associated brain fog. Sharing previous blood test results and a history of your symptoms can help make the consultation more productive.
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