Links Between Fatigue And Asthma
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Comments
I think for me it is pretty simple. I work out a lot due to Osteoporosis. Struggling to breathe all day and during workouts exhausts me. I sometimes fall asleep during the news at 7PM, just for 15 minutes or so. Trying to breathe, plus the anxiety resulting from that struggle IS exhausting day after day.
Hi sashabear and thanks for your post. We hear you – it’s not always easy managing this condition. We appreciate your input and sharing your thoughts with the community. Wishing you the best, Leon (site moderator)
Great article. Prior to my asthma diagnosis this year I was not able to get through the day without a long nap. I felt horribly fatigued at work too and had dark circles under my eyes. I had my thyroid levels checked and my levels have been stable on meds. I was not even close to being anemic. I was waking up at night with back pain and chest tightness but it was not cardiac. My family complained that I coughed quite a bit but I was not sick. I am on allergy meds but I take them at night. Then I found out I had asthma, started my controller inhaler and other than breathing well, the back pain and chest tightness at night went away. I was sleeping better and I have not needed a nap in ages. There is feeling tired and there is fatigue. That horrible feeling that you can’t keep your eyes open, have no strength and just want to sleep for 2 days is awful. I think there are several reasons for the fatigue but good asthma control is an important step for feeling better. I look forward to seeing how fatigue and asthma correlate in future studies.
Shellzoo – So glad you enjoyed the article! It really was great. The fatigue you describe is literally debilitating; it’s nearly impossible to get through your day. I’m so happy you finally found the cause of your symptoms and were able to get good treatment.
Best,
Lyn (site moderator)
Hi Shellzoo and thanks for your post. We appreciate you sharing your history and how you’ve come to understand better, and manage your condition! Your consistent posts and input are appreciated by the community. Wishing you continued wellness. Leon (site moderator)