Imagine waking up every day exhausted, in pain, dizzy, foggy, nauseated, or all of the above. You look perfectly “fine” to the outside world, but inside, your body is fighting a battle that others can’t see.
This is the daily reality for millions of people living with invisible illnesses, and at Active Health Clinic (AHC), we see you. More than that, we’re on a mission to make these conditions visible, so you can be seen, understood, validated, and supported.
What Is an Invisible Illness?
An invisible illness is a medical condition that isn’t outwardly apparent, even though it can significantly affect your quality of life. These conditions are typically chronic, complex, and difficult to diagnose. Symptoms often fluctuate and can’t always be measured with a simple test.
Examples of Invisible Illnesses Include:
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Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)
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Fibromyalgia
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and other forms of Dysautonomia
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Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
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Autoimmune conditions like Lupus or Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Long COVID
- Sleep Disorders
Because symptoms like pain, fatigue, brain fog, or dizziness aren’t visible, people with invisible illnesses are often misunderstood or dismissed. It’s not uncommon to hear things like:
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“But you don’t look sick.”
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“You were fine yesterday.”
But trust us: you’re not imagining it.
Conditions We Treat at Active Health Clinic
At AHC, we specialise in supporting people with complex and under-recognised invisible illnesses. Our care is informed by both clinical expertise and lived experience.
We commonly support people living with:
Fatigue Conditions
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Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Post-viral fatigue & Long COVID
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Autoimmune & neurological fatigue
Pain Syndromes
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Fibromyalgia
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Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Central Sensitisation Conditions
Hypermobility & Tissue Connectivity Disorders
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
- Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD)
Autonomic & Nervous System Conditions
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Dysautonomia: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, Orthostatic Intolerance/ Orthostatic Hypotension, Neurally Mediated Hypotension, Neurocardiogenic Syncope / Vasovagal Syncope
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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
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Sleep disorders: Narcolepsy, Hypersomnia
Gut & Vascular Syndromes
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Gastroparesis
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IBS/IBD
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Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome, Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome, Nutcracker Syndrome
Other
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Eating disorders & food sensitivities
Common Symptoms of Invisible Illnesses
Symptoms often appear unrelated, but they’re usually part of a bigger picture. At AHC, we help people make sense of the whole pattern.
Some of the most common symptoms include:
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Physical and mental fatigue
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Brain fog and cognitive dysfunction
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Dizziness and difficulty standing
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Migraines, nerve pain, joint instability
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Sleep disturbances and unrefreshing sleep
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Gastrointestinal issues like bloating or dysmotility
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Sensory sensitivities (light, noise, touch, temperature)
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Post-exertional malaise (PEM)
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Fainting, limb discolouration, and more
Yes, that’s just the common list.
Are These Conditions Really Rare?
You might’ve been told that conditions like POTS, EDS, MCAS, or Long COVID are rare or too complex to treat. But here’s the truth: they’re not as rare as you think - especially when you know what to look for.
At AHC, we’ve spent years learning to recognise the clinical patterns that are often missed or dismissed. Our team combines multidisciplinary training with lived experience to help people finally feel seen.
Why You’re Not Alone
We believe managing an invisible illness shouldn’t be a solo mission. It takes a team. It takes time. And it takes care that’s personalised, collaborative, and holistic.
That’s what we do at Active Health Clinic.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, undiagnosed, or have been managing symptoms for years, we’re here to walk alongside you. We see your symptoms, your story, and your strength - even when others can’t.
Ready to Feel Seen?
If you, or someone you love, are living with an invisible illness, know this:
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You deserve support.
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You deserve to be believed.
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And you absolutely deserve care that meets you where you are.
Explore our services or reach out to see how we can support your journey.
Let’s make the invisible visible - together.
As always,
Sending love & spoons,
Raeya
COO of AHC
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