Are my tiredness and low self-esteem symptoms of depression?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am very depressed. I am so tired of being tired and fatigued all the time. I have low self-esteem because I am overweight, but I love life. I love my family, my kids, and my husband. They love me.

I cannot get a job to help pay bills. No one is calling me back. I am so depressed and down every day, all day.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

As you are suffering from depression, you need the help of a psychiatrist. In such conditions, SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) such as Fluoxetine and psychotherapy are helpful. Also, regular exercise is very important as it helps with both hypertension and depression.

Also, ask your physician to review the anti-hypertensive drug (attachment removed to protect patient identity) as it may be a side effect of these drugs.

It would be appropriate to undergo certain investigations, including thyroid function tests and blood sugar testing, to rule out other possible causes.

I hope this helps you.

Take care.