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What Causes Extreme Fatigue And Heaviness In Limbs?
YEsterday I woke up at 3:30am and went to the gym I drank my normal amount of water, breakfast and to work. So tired I drove off the road. All day I struggled to stay awake. My limbs felt like lead in them. Came home and increased water drinking felt better still dragging todsy
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Hello,
Fatigue is a symptom that can be caused by many conditions but because in your case it was abrupt and only for a couple of days a viral infection may be considered. Normally it should improve within 5-7 days. You should try to drink plenty, eat frequent small amounts of food and rest as possible.
If no improvement in another 3-4 days or if you notice any worsening you will need to see your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
Fatigue is a symptom that can be caused by many conditions but because in your case it was abrupt and only for a couple of days a viral infection may be considered. Normally it should improve within 5-7 days. You should try to drink plenty, eat frequent small amounts of food and rest as possible.
If no improvement in another 3-4 days or if you notice any worsening you will need to see your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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