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Extreme fatigue and nausea

Where Fatigue is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline
Illustration: Where Fatigue is typically felt, shown on a simplified body outline

Short answer

Extreme fatigue and nausea may reflect dehydration, infection, pregnancy, medicine effects, or another condition, so the accompanying symptoms matter.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

First priority
Replace fluids in small, frequent sips if tolerated.
Useful record
Vomiting, urine, pain, fever, medicines, and pregnancy possibility.

Possible causes

Vomiting or poor intake can lead to dehydration, which may worsen weakness and light-headedness. COVID-19 can include nausea and reduced energy, while anaemia may cause tiredness and breathlessness. Kidney disease can affect appetite, nausea, and energy. Coeliac disease may cause digestive symptoms and nutritional problems. Burnout, alcohol-related illness, and chronic fatigue syndrome can also present with profound low energy, though their patterns differ. Pregnancy is another possibility when relevant, but fatigue and nausea do not confirm it.

Steps that may help

Take frequent small sips of fluid and try bland, small meals when tolerated. Keep a record of vomiting, urine output, abdominal pain, fever, medicines, alcohol intake, and possible pregnancy. Do not stop prescribed treatment without advice. Arrange a clinician appointment when symptoms persist, recur, or make eating and drinking difficult; an examination and selected blood or urine tests may identify the cause.

When care is urgent

Seek urgent help for severe abdominal pain, confusion, fainting, blood in vomit or stool, very little urine, severe weakness, chest pain, breathing difficulty, or inability to keep fluids down. Pregnancy with severe vomiting, pain, or bleeding also warrants prompt assessment.

Questions for your doctor

Could dehydration, anaemia, pregnancy, infection, or a medicine be contributing? Do I need blood tests? What fluids and foods should I try while nauseated?

Find care

General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

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Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Can dehydration cause extreme fatigue and nausea?

Yes. Fluid loss can cause weakness, dizziness, nausea, and reduced urine output.

Should I test for pregnancy?

If pregnancy is possible, testing can help, but ongoing or severe symptoms still need medical assessment.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.