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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 48 (from laksa040)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa048.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical, ml_categories_json AS ml_categories_json, ml_types_json AS ml_types_json, ml_intent_types_json AS ml_intent_types_json, meta_language AS meta_language, attrs_author AS attrs_author, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_publish_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_original_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_original_publish_time, ifNull(attrs_is_republished, 0) AS attrs_is_republished, ifNull(attrs_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_nr_words, ifNull(attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, ifNull(body_ext_links_number, 0) AS body_ext_links_number, ifNull(body_int_links_number, 0) AS body_int_links_number, ifNull(meta_nofollow, 0) AS meta_nofollow, ifNull(meta_noarchive, 0) AS meta_noarchive, ifNull(props_was_rendered, 0) AS props_was_rendered, ifNull(src_redirect, \'\') AS src_redirect, ifNull(download_time_msec, 0) AS download_time_msec, ifNull(download_ttfb_msec, 0) AS download_ttfb_msec, ifNull(download_size, 0) AS download_size FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/signs-and-symptoms/fatigue\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/signs-and-symptoms/fatigue\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue","crawl_time":1775897521,"first_indexed_time":1526371562,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"uk,org,mssociety!www,\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue s443","src_root_hash":"15949548129147293648","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Fatigue | MS Society","meta_descriptions":["MS can make you feel tired or fatigued. Fatigue is an invisible symptom of multiple sclerosis. Fatigue affects people in different ways that can change day to day. People with MS describe it as an overwhelming sense of tiredness with no obvious cause."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"MS Help\n0808 800 8000\nSearch\nHome\nSearch\nMS Help\nCall us on\n0808 800 8000\nForum\nAbout us\nSign in\nCreate account\nDonate\nAbout MS\nWhat is MS\nSigns and symptoms\nTypes of MS\nDiagnosis\nIs there a cure for MS?\nLiving with MS\nNewly diagnosed\nTreatments and therapies\nPhysical and mental health\nFinancial help\nWorking and MS\nHome and travel\nHealth and social care\nAdvanced MS\nResources and publications\nSupport and community\nMS Help\nNear me\nMS Forum\nOur podcasts\nCommunity blog\nVirtual support\nLocal support\nFor you\nSupporting someone with MS\nSupport for family, friends and carers\nFor professionals\nNews and research\nNews\nTake part in MS research\nThe history of MS research\nLatest research\nExplore our research\nFor researchers\nGet involved\nDonate\nVolunteer\nFundraise\nCampaign with us\nGive in other ways\nMS Awareness Week\nAbout MS\nWhat is MS\nSigns and symptoms\nTypes of MS\nDiagnosis\nIs there a cure for MS?\nLiving with MS\nNewly diagnosed\nTreatments and therapies\nPhysical and mental health\nFinancial help\nWorking and MS\nHome and travel\nHealth and social care\nAdvanced MS\nResources and publications\nSupport and community\nMS Help\nNear me\nMS Forum\nOur podcasts\nCommunity blog\nVirtual support\nLocal support\nFor you\nSupporting someone with MS\nSupport for family, friends and carers\nFor professionals\nNews and research\nNews\nTake part in MS research\nThe history of MS research\nLatest research\nExplore our research\nFor researchers\nGet involved\nDonate\nVolunteer\nFundraise\nCampaign with us\nGive in other ways\nMS Awareness Week\nForum\nAbout us\nSign in\nCreate account\nAbout MS\nSigns and symptoms\nFatigue\nAdd bookmark\nFatigue - an overwhelming tiredness - is one of the most common invisible symptoms of MS.\nSome people find it's the symptom that affects them most. But there are ways to manage it and minimise its effects on your life.\nWhat causes MS fatigue?\nDifferent factors can \ncause fatigue when you have MS\n. We separate them into primary fatigue and secondary fatigue.\nPrimary fatigue is caused by MS damage in the brain and spinal cord. And lots of processes might be involved. One idea from researchers is that passing messages around nerve damage takes extra energy.\nSecondary fatigue is caused by living with MS symptoms like pain, or\ndisturbed sleep\n.\nLast full review: 1 December 2025\nNext review date: 1 December 2028\nWe also update when we know about important changes.\nFind out how we keep our information up to date\nIn this section\nAbout fatigue\nFatigue in MS isn't like normal tiredness and it can be overwhelming for some people. Find out more about this symptom and how to manage it.\nCauses of fatigue\nWhat causes fatigue in multiple sclerosis? Find out more about this common MS symptom.\nManaging fatigue\nFatigue is a common MS symptom. Find out ways to manage it, including exercise, drugs and healthy eating.\nFor me, fatigue feels like I'm swimming in thick chocolate (I can dream!) and usually I can't carry on. But I've learnt not to put pressure on myself. I can only do my best.\nJoanne, a mum with MS\nYou may also be interested in\nOnline MS fatigue-management course\nThis online course is for people with MS. It will help you find ways to manage your MS fatigue and explain it to other people.\nSleep and MS\nLots of people with MS have sleep problems, and the effects of MS can cause trouble sleeping. There are ways to sleep better and improve ‘sleep hygiene’.\nMS and sleep podcast\nEverything you ever wanted to know about sleep and MS but were too tired to ask.\nOur local groups are here for you with events and services delivered in person and online. From coffee mornings to online yoga classes – put in your postcode to find out what's near you.\nSearch location\nHelpful resources\nFrom symptoms and treatments to accessing care and support, our booklets and factsheets are packed full of information and tips on living well with MS.\nYou can download them from our website or order copies from our online shop.\nBrowse our publications\nThis information carries the PiF Tick stamp of approval\nThe PiF Tick shows our information is accurate, reliable and easy to use.\nRead more about the PiF Tick and why you can trust our information","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue#main-content)\n\n## Site search\nClose modal\n\nMS Help   [0808 800 8000](tel:08088008000)\n\n[Search](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/search)\n\n[Home](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/)\n\n[Search](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/search)\n\nMS Help  [Call us on 0808 800 8000](tel:08088008000)\n\n[Forum](https:\/\/forum.mssociety.org.uk\/) [About us](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-us)\n\n- [Sign in](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/user\/login?returnTo=\/my-page)\n- [Create account](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/user\/register)\n\n[Donate](https:\/\/donate.mssociety.org.uk\/page\/47601\/action\/1)\n\n## Primary navigation\n- [About MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms \"About MS\")\n  - [What is MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/what-is-ms \"What is MS\")\n  - [Signs and symptoms](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms \"Signs and symptoms\")\n  - [Types of MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/types-of-ms \"Type of MS\")\n  - [Diagnosis](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/diagnosis \"Diagnosis\")\n  - [Is there a cure for MS?](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/is-there-a-cure-for-ms \"Is there a cure for MS?\")\n- [Living with MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms \"Living with MS\")\n  - [Newly diagnosed](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/newly-diagnosed \"Newly diagnosed\")\n  - [Treatments and therapies](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/treatments-and-therapies \"Treatments and therapies\")\n  - [Physical and mental health](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health \"Physical and mental health\")\n  - [Financial help](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/financial-help)\n  - [Working and MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/working-and-ms \"Money, work and MS\")\n  - [Home and travel](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/home-and-travel \"Everyday living\")\n  - [Health and social care](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/health-and-social-care \"Health and social care\")\n  - [Advanced MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/advanced-ms \"Advanced MS\")\n  - [Resources and publications](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/resources-and-publications \"Resource and publications\")\n- [Support and community](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community \"Support and community\")\n  - [MS Help](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/ms-help-support-services \"MS Help\")\n  - [Near me](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/near-me \"Events near you\")\n  - [MS Forum](https:\/\/forum.mssociety.org.uk\/ \"MS Fourm\")\n  - [Our podcasts](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/our-podcasts)\n  - [Community blog](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/community-blog \"Community blog\")\n  - [Virtual support](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/virtual-support-events \"Virtual support\")\n  - [Local support](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/local-support \"Local support\")\n  - [For you](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/for-you)\n- [Supporting someone with MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/supporting-someone-with-ms \"Supporting someone with MS\")\n  - [Support for family, friends and carers](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/supporting-someone-with-ms\/supporting-family-friends-and-carers \"Support for family, friends and carers\")\n  - [For professionals](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/supporting-someone-with-ms\/for-professionals \"For professionals\")\n- [News and research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research \"News and research\")\n  - [News](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/news \"News\")\n  - [Take part in MS research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/take-part-in-ms-research)\n  - [The history of MS research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/the-history-of-ms-research)\n  - [Latest research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/latest-research \"Latest research\")\n  - [Explore our research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/explore-our-research \"Explore our research\")\n  - [For researchers](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/researchers \"For researchers\")\n- [Get involved](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved \"Get involved\")\n  - [Donate](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/donate \"Donate\")\n  - [Volunteer](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/volunteer \"Volunteer\")\n  - [Fundraise](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/fundraise \"Fundraise\")\n  - [Campaign with us](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/campaign-with-us \"Campaign with us\")\n  - [Give in other ways](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/give-in-other-ways \"Give in other ways\")\n  - [MS Awareness Week](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/ms-awareness-week)\n\n## Primary navigation\n- [About MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms \"About MS\")\n  - [What is MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/what-is-ms \"What is MS\")\n  - [Signs and symptoms](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms \"Signs and symptoms\")\n  - [Types of MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/types-of-ms \"Type of MS\")\n  - [Diagnosis](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/diagnosis \"Diagnosis\")\n  - [Is there a cure for MS?](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/is-there-a-cure-for-ms \"Is there a cure for MS?\")\n- [Living with MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms \"Living with MS\")\n  - [Newly diagnosed](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/newly-diagnosed \"Newly diagnosed\")\n  - [Treatments and therapies](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/treatments-and-therapies \"Treatments and therapies\")\n  - [Physical and mental health](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health \"Physical and mental health\")\n  - [Financial help](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/financial-help)\n  - [Working and MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/working-and-ms \"Money, work and MS\")\n  - [Home and travel](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/home-and-travel \"Everyday living\")\n  - [Health and social care](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/health-and-social-care \"Health and social care\")\n  - [Advanced MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/advanced-ms \"Advanced MS\")\n  - [Resources and publications](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/resources-and-publications \"Resource and publications\")\n- [Support and community](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community \"Support and community\")\n  - [MS Help](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/ms-help-support-services \"MS Help\")\n  - [Near me](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/near-me \"Events near you\")\n  - [MS Forum](https:\/\/forum.mssociety.org.uk\/ \"MS Fourm\")\n  - [Our podcasts](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/our-podcasts)\n  - [Community blog](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/community-blog \"Community blog\")\n  - [Virtual support](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/virtual-support-events \"Virtual support\")\n  - [Local support](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/local-support \"Local support\")\n  - [For you](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/support-and-community\/for-you)\n- [Supporting someone with MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/supporting-someone-with-ms \"Supporting someone with MS\")\n  - [Support for family, friends and carers](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/supporting-someone-with-ms\/supporting-family-friends-and-carers \"Support for family, friends and carers\")\n  - [For professionals](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/supporting-someone-with-ms\/for-professionals \"For professionals\")\n- [News and research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research \"News and research\")\n  - [News](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/news \"News\")\n  - [Take part in MS research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/take-part-in-ms-research)\n  - [The history of MS research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/the-history-of-ms-research)\n  - [Latest research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/latest-research \"Latest research\")\n  - [Explore our research](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/explore-our-research \"Explore our research\")\n  - [For researchers](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/research\/researchers \"For researchers\")\n- [Get involved](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved \"Get involved\")\n  - [Donate](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/donate \"Donate\")\n  - [Volunteer](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/volunteer \"Volunteer\")\n  - [Fundraise](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/fundraise \"Fundraise\")\n  - [Campaign with us](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/campaign-with-us \"Campaign with us\")\n  - [Give in other ways](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/give-in-other-ways \"Give in other ways\")\n  - [MS Awareness Week](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/get-involved\/ms-awareness-week)\n\n[Forum](https:\/\/forum.mssociety.org.uk\/) [About us](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-us)\n\n- [Sign in](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/user\/login?returnTo=\/my-page)\n- [Create account](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/user\/register)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/1440x720\/public\/2024-02\/0028-HUB-Pages_Symptoms-Fatigue.png?itok=T1TFBneA)\n\n- [About MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms)\n- [Signs and symptoms](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms)\n- Fatigue\n\n[Add bookmark](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/flag\/confirm\/flag\/bookmark\/1661?destination=\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue&view_mode)\n\n# Fatigue\nFatigue - an overwhelming tiredness - is one of the most common invisible symptoms of MS.\n\nSome people find it's the symptom that affects them most. But there are ways to manage it and minimise its effects on your life.\n\n## What causes MS fatigue?\nDifferent factors can [cause fatigue when you have MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/causes-of-fatigue). We separate them into primary fatigue and secondary fatigue.\n\n- Primary fatigue is caused by MS damage in the brain and spinal cord. And lots of processes might be involved. One idea from researchers is that passing messages around nerve damage takes extra energy.\n- Secondary fatigue is caused by living with MS symptoms like pain, or [disturbed sleep](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health\/sleep-and-ms).\n\nLast full review: 1 December 2025  \nNext review date: 1 December 2028\n\nWe also update when we know about important changes.\n\n[Find out how we keep our information up to date](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/resources-and-publications\/accessibility-and-quality-of-information)\n\n## Sign up for the Buzz\nGet the latest MS news\n\n[Sign up now](https:\/\/signup.mssociety.org.uk\/page\/31220\/petition\/1)\n\n## In this section\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_About-Fatigue.png.webp?itok=M72PkMUw)\n\n### [About fatigue](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/about-fatigue)\nFatigue in MS isn't like normal tiredness and it can be overwhelming for some people. Find out more about this symptom and how to manage it.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Causes-of-fatigue.png.webp?itok=F8b4IDBr)\n\n### [Causes of fatigue](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/causes-of-fatigue)\nWhat causes fatigue in multiple sclerosis? Find out more about this common MS symptom.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Managing-Fatigue.png.webp?itok=7fljmiok)\n\n### [Managing fatigue](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/managing-fatigue)\nFatigue is a common MS symptom. Find out ways to manage it, including exercise, drugs and healthy eating.\n\n> For me, fatigue feels like I'm swimming in thick chocolate (I can dream!) and usually I can't carry on. But I've learnt not to put pressure on myself. I can only do my best.\n\nJoanne, a mum with MS\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/500x555\/public\/2020-08\/Joanne-Chapman-and-son-Monty-700x500.jpg?itok=Q5wLRqMX)\n\n## You may also be interested in\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Online-Fatigue-managementcourse.png.webp?itok=OGEGzcP_)\n\n### [Online MS fatigue-management course](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/managing-fatigue\/online-fatigue-management-course)\nThis online course is for people with MS. It will help you find ways to manage your MS fatigue and explain it to other people.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-02\/sleep-and-ms.png.webp?itok=19kYVEY7)\n\n### [Sleep and MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health\/sleep-and-ms)\nLots of people with MS have sleep problems, and the effects of MS can cause trouble sleeping. There are ways to sleep better and improve ‘sleep hygiene’.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-02\/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series.png.webp?itok=gl2DN1Tz)\n\n### [MS and sleep podcast](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health\/sleep-and-ms\/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series)\nEverything you ever wanted to know about sleep and MS but were too tired to ask.\n\n![Members of a local group chatting at a group meeting](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2023-05\/Newcastle-and-Gateshead-Group-meeting-1600x900px.jpg.webp?itok=IipQzuU8)\n\n## Find support near you\nOur local groups are here for you with events and services delivered in person and online. 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an overwhelming tiredness - is one of the most common invisible symptoms of MS.\n\nSome people find it's the symptom that affects them most. But there are ways to manage it and minimise its effects on your life.\n\n## What causes MS fatigue?\nDifferent factors can [cause fatigue when you have MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/causes-of-fatigue). We separate them into primary fatigue and secondary fatigue.\n\n- Primary fatigue is caused by MS damage in the brain and spinal cord. And lots of processes might be involved. One idea from researchers is that passing messages around nerve damage takes extra energy.\n- Secondary fatigue is caused by living with MS symptoms like pain, or [disturbed sleep](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health\/sleep-and-ms).\n\nLast full review: 1 December 2025  \nNext review date: 1 December 2028\n\nWe also update when we know about important changes.\n\n[Find out how we keep our information up to date](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/resources-and-publications\/accessibility-and-quality-of-information)\n\nIn this section\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_About-Fatigue.png.webp?itok=M72PkMUw)\n\n### [About fatigue](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/about-fatigue)\nFatigue in MS isn't like normal tiredness and it can be overwhelming for some people. Find out more about this symptom and how to manage it.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Causes-of-fatigue.png.webp?itok=F8b4IDBr)\n\n### [Causes of fatigue](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/causes-of-fatigue)\nWhat causes fatigue in multiple sclerosis? Find out more about this common MS symptom.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Managing-Fatigue.png.webp?itok=7fljmiok)\n\n### [Managing fatigue](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/managing-fatigue)\nFatigue is a common MS symptom. Find out ways to manage it, including exercise, drugs and healthy eating.\n\n> For me, fatigue feels like I'm swimming in thick chocolate (I can dream!) and usually I can't carry on. But I've learnt not to put pressure on myself. I can only do my best.\n\nJoanne, a mum with MS\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/500x555\/public\/2020-08\/Joanne-Chapman-and-son-Monty-700x500.jpg?itok=Q5wLRqMX)\n\nYou may also be interested in\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-04\/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Online-Fatigue-managementcourse.png.webp?itok=OGEGzcP_)\n\n### [Online MS fatigue-management course](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/about-ms\/signs-and-symptoms\/fatigue\/managing-fatigue\/online-fatigue-management-course)\nThis online course is for people with MS. It will help you find ways to manage your MS fatigue and explain it to other people.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-02\/sleep-and-ms.png.webp?itok=19kYVEY7)\n\n### [Sleep and MS](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health\/sleep-and-ms)\nLots of people with MS have sleep problems, and the effects of MS can cause trouble sleeping. There are ways to sleep better and improve ‘sleep hygiene’.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2024-02\/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series.png.webp?itok=gl2DN1Tz)\n\n### [MS and sleep podcast](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/living-with-ms\/physical-and-mental-health\/sleep-and-ms\/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series)\nEverything you ever wanted to know about sleep and MS but were too tired to ask.\n\n![Members of a local group chatting at a group meeting](https:\/\/www.mssociety.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/sm_16_9\/public\/2023-05\/Newcastle-and-Gateshead-Group-meeting-1600x900px.jpg.webp?itok=IipQzuU8)\n\nOur local groups are here for you with events and services delivered in person and online. 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MS Help 0808 800 8000 Search Home Search MS Help Call us on 0808 800 8000 Forum About us Sign in Create account Donate About MS What is MS Signs and symptoms Types of MS Diagnosis Is there a cure for MS? Living with MS Newly diagnosed Treatments and therapies Physical and mental health Financial help Working and MS Home and travel Health and social care Advanced MS Resources and publications Support and community MS Help Near me MS Forum Our podcasts Community blog Virtual support Local support For you Supporting someone with MS Support for family, friends and carers For professionals News and research News Take part in MS research The history of MS research Latest research Explore our research For researchers Get involved Donate Volunteer Fundraise Campaign with us Give in other ways MS Awareness Week About MS What is MS Signs and symptoms Types of MS Diagnosis Is there a cure for MS? Living with MS Newly diagnosed Treatments and therapies Physical and mental health Financial help Working and MS Home and travel Health and social care Advanced MS Resources and publications Support and community MS Help Near me MS Forum Our podcasts Community blog Virtual support Local support For you Supporting someone with MS Support for family, friends and carers For professionals News and research News Take part in MS research The history of MS research Latest research Explore our research For researchers Get involved Donate Volunteer Fundraise Campaign with us Give in other ways MS Awareness Week Forum About us Sign in Create account About MS Signs and symptoms Fatigue Add bookmark Fatigue - an overwhelming tiredness - is one of the most common invisible symptoms of MS. Some people find it's the symptom that affects them most. But there are ways to manage it and minimise its effects on your life. What causes MS fatigue? Different factors can cause fatigue when you have MS . We separate them into primary fatigue and secondary fatigue. Primary fatigue is caused by MS damage in the brain and spinal cord. And lots of processes might be involved. One idea from researchers is that passing messages around nerve damage takes extra energy. Secondary fatigue is caused by living with MS symptoms like pain, or disturbed sleep . Last full review: 1 December 2025 Next review date: 1 December 2028 We also update when we know about important changes. Find out how we keep our information up to date In this section About fatigue Fatigue in MS isn't like normal tiredness and it can be overwhelming for some people. Find out more about this symptom and how to manage it. Causes of fatigue What causes fatigue in multiple sclerosis? Find out more about this common MS symptom. Managing fatigue Fatigue is a common MS symptom. Find out ways to manage it, including exercise, drugs and healthy eating. For me, fatigue feels like I'm swimming in thick chocolate (I can dream!) and usually I can't carry on. But I've learnt not to put pressure on myself. I can only do my best. Joanne, a mum with MS You may also be interested in Online MS fatigue-management course This online course is for people with MS. It will help you find ways to manage your MS fatigue and explain it to other people. Sleep and MS Lots of people with MS have sleep problems, and the effects of MS can cause trouble sleeping. There are ways to sleep better and improve ‘sleep hygiene’. MS and sleep podcast Everything you ever wanted to know about sleep and MS but were too tired to ask. Our local groups are here for you with events and services delivered in person and online. From coffee mornings to online yoga classes – put in your postcode to find out what's near you. Search location Helpful resources From symptoms and treatments to accessing care and support, our booklets and factsheets are packed full of information and tips on living well with MS. You can download them from our website or order copies from our online shop. Browse our publications This information carries the PiF Tick stamp of approval The PiF Tick shows our information is accurate, reliable and easy to use. Read more about the PiF Tick and why you can trust our information

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Some people find it's the symptom that affects them most. But there are ways to manage it and minimise its effects on your life. ## What causes MS fatigue? Different factors can [cause fatigue when you have MS](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/signs-and-symptoms/fatigue/causes-of-fatigue). We separate them into primary fatigue and secondary fatigue. - Primary fatigue is caused by MS damage in the brain and spinal cord. And lots of processes might be involved. One idea from researchers is that passing messages around nerve damage takes extra energy. - Secondary fatigue is caused by living with MS symptoms like pain, or [disturbed sleep](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/living-with-ms/physical-and-mental-health/sleep-and-ms). Last full review: 1 December 2025 Next review date: 1 December 2028 We also update when we know about important changes. 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Find out more about this symptom and how to manage it. ![](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2024-04/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Causes-of-fatigue.png.webp?itok=F8b4IDBr) ### [Causes of fatigue](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/signs-and-symptoms/fatigue/causes-of-fatigue) What causes fatigue in multiple sclerosis? Find out more about this common MS symptom. ![](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2024-04/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Managing-Fatigue.png.webp?itok=7fljmiok) ### [Managing fatigue](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/signs-and-symptoms/fatigue/managing-fatigue) Fatigue is a common MS symptom. Find out ways to manage it, including exercise, drugs and healthy eating. > For me, fatigue feels like I'm swimming in thick chocolate (I can dream!) and usually I can't carry on. But I've learnt not to put pressure on myself. I can only do my best. Joanne, a mum with MS ![](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/500x555/public/2020-08/Joanne-Chapman-and-son-Monty-700x500.jpg?itok=Q5wLRqMX) ## You may also be interested in ![](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2024-04/0028-WebsiteIlustrations-Resize-large_Online-Fatigue-managementcourse.png.webp?itok=OGEGzcP_) ### [Online MS fatigue-management course](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/signs-and-symptoms/fatigue/managing-fatigue/online-fatigue-management-course) This online course is for people with MS. It will help you find ways to manage your MS fatigue and explain it to other people. ![](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2024-02/sleep-and-ms.png.webp?itok=19kYVEY7) ### [Sleep and MS](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/living-with-ms/physical-and-mental-health/sleep-and-ms) Lots of people with MS have sleep problems, and the effects of MS can cause trouble sleeping. There are ways to sleep better and improve ‘sleep hygiene’. ![](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2024-02/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series.png.webp?itok=gl2DN1Tz) ### [MS and sleep podcast](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/living-with-ms/physical-and-mental-health/sleep-and-ms/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series) Everything you ever wanted to know about sleep and MS but were too tired to ask. ![Members of a local group chatting at a group meeting](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2023-05/Newcastle-and-Gateshead-Group-meeting-1600x900px.jpg.webp?itok=IipQzuU8) ## Find support near you Our local groups are here for you with events and services delivered in person and online. 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There are ways to sleep better and improve ‘sleep hygiene’. ![](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2024-02/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series.png.webp?itok=gl2DN1Tz) ### [MS and sleep podcast](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/living-with-ms/physical-and-mental-health/sleep-and-ms/sleep-and-ms-podcast-series) Everything you ever wanted to know about sleep and MS but were too tired to ask. ![Members of a local group chatting at a group meeting](https://www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/default/files/styles/sm_16_9/public/2023-05/Newcastle-and-Gateshead-Group-meeting-1600x900px.jpg.webp?itok=IipQzuU8) Our local groups are here for you with events and services delivered in person and online. From coffee mornings to online yoga classes – put in your postcode to find out what's near you. ## Helpful resources From symptoms and treatments to accessing care and support, our booklets and factsheets are packed full of information and tips on living well with MS. 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