Short-term fatigue is normal. This type of fatigue passes after rest and does not affect sleep, appetite, or mood, but sometimes weakness can be associated with health problems.
AzEdu.az reports that Russian endocrinologist Tatyana Gubina spoke about this in an interview with the online publication "Podmoskovye segodnya".
"If weakness persists for weeks, and a person does not feel refreshed after sleeping and resting, this may indicate pathological fatigue, in which case it is necessary to consult a doctor," she warned.
The specialist noted fatigue, weight loss, dizziness, shortness of breath, impaired concentration, increased blood pressure, or heart palpitations as warning signs.
"In this case, it is important to rule out anemia, thyroid disorders, diabetes mellitus, chronic infections, as well as deficiencies of vitamins D and B12," the doctor stated.
Gubina noted that excessive psycho-emotional stress and emotional exhaustion can lead to chronic stress, which disrupts hormone balance, metabolism, and the functioning of the nervous system. According to her, prolonged weakness can be a symptom of serious illnesses, including heart failure, depression, and oncology.
