General weakness is a feeling of fatigue and tiredness that can occur all over the body or in a specific muscle group. It can be caused by illnesses, poor diet, lack of sleep, or overexertion. Rest, improved diet, and seeking medical attention can help alleviate symptoms.
General weakness is a general feeling of fatigue, weakness, and tiredness. Usually, the condition is a sensation that occurs all over the body and cannot be pinpointed to a specific location. However, weakness can occur in a specific muscle group; for example, overexertion of the legs during exercise can lead to a general feeling of weakness in the legs. General weakness is usually a symptom of something else, rather than a condition in and of itself.
General weakness can be caused by a number of things; temporary illnesses like a cold or the flu can cause weakness, or medical conditions like a thyroid condition, heart disease, or multiple sclerosis can cause a general feeling of fatigue. Additionally, simple explanations such as overexerting yourself during exercise, eating a consistently poor diet, or not getting enough sleep at night can also cause general weakness. Mental illnesses such as depression can lead to lingering feelings of fatigue.
Symptoms can be difficult to pinpoint. There is usually a general feeling of tiredness; it may seem difficult or impossible to exercise or participate in any type of physical activity. Muscles may or may not be sore. Weakness is a fairly common symptom with a large number of different potential illnesses, so it will often be necessary to experience a few other symptoms in order to receive a diagnosis from a doctor.
Sufferers of general weakness can often solve the problem by getting some rest, taking a break from exercise, getting more sleep at night, and improving their diet to ensure it is balanced and full of enough nutrients. Sometimes, a specific nutrient deficiency can lead to a feeling of overall fatigue and weakness. The weakness should usually resolve within a few days or so; if not, it’s best to consider other potential causes of weakness. A doctor can do blood tests or other diagnostic procedures to determine if a medical condition is present.
General weakness in a specific muscle group is usually caused by overstraining the muscle, either accidentally or during exercise. If weakness occurs suddenly in the left arm, however, and is possibly accompanied by throbbing pain or shortness of breath, this may be indicative of a heart attack. Otherwise, even weakness in a specific muscle group should heal on its own within a few days, but it’s important to allow your muscles to rest and not continue to strain them.
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