10 Emphysema Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #6: Muscle Weakness
Another problem that’s associated with emphysema is muscle weakness. This is, again, because the body is unable to get enough oxygen. Just like the muscles are needed to perform intense athletic functions, they are also needed in our daily life.
If your muscles aren’t getting enough oxygen, then you may frequently feel over-exerted, even if you’re not doing much. It might seem like things are getting heavier. As your ability to use your muscles decreases they will also decrease in strength from being disused.
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