Question

. Patient B complains about fatigue. Please explain the potential causes of fatigue, and list the examples for each cause. (the more examples the better). (Hint: if there is a decrease in the cellular ATP production and how?)

Answer 1

Ans) Fatigue is a subjective feeling of tiredness. It may be sudden or gradual in onset. It is a normal phenomenon if it follows prolonged physical or mental activity, and resolves completely with rest. It may be a symptom of one of many medical conditions if it prolonged, severe, progressive, or occurs without provocation.

- For example, fatigue can result from:
• physical exertion.
• lack of physical activity.
• lack of sleep.
• being overweight or obese.
• periods of emotional stress.
•. boredom
• grief.
• taking certain medications, such as antidepressants or sedative