10 Polymyalgia Rheumatica Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #3: Fatigue
Fatigue refers to the gradual feeling of tiredness that can be alleviated through rest. Fatigue can be further categorized into physical or mental fatigue. Physical fatigue refers to the transient inability of the muscles to maintain peak physical performance. Mental fatigue is the temporary inability to achieve optimal cognitive performance.
Fatigue can manifest as somnolence or lethargy. It is a common and non-specific symptom that can be seen in various conditions such as overworking, stress, boredom, jet lag, depression, lack of sleep, nutritional deficiencies, hypoglycemia, anemia, autoimmune disease, cancer, and more.
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