Lethargy
It is generally identified as fatigue. It manifests through a lack of enthusiasm in daily tasks and activities, decreased mental and physical energy and alertness, regular shifts in mood, a constant feeling of drowsiness and sluggishness, inability to think clearly, and brain fog. It is not just a temporary feeling of being sleepy or tired but a physical state that lasts longer than usual. It may take a few weeks or even months. If these signs show, it may have been caused by an underlying medical condition; thus, it calls for medical advice and attention.
Most people feel lethargic when they become too exhausted with workloads and physical and mental activities without regularly resting, getting enough sleep, doing physical exercises, or eating healthy and nutritious food. Lethargy may be caused by either of the following: kidney failure, stroke, sleep apnea, Lyme disease, meningitis, injury, anemia, hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, and intestinal obstruction. It may also be due to psychological conditions like depression and stress, grief from losing a loved one, and others. When lethargy persists, it is best to assess mental and physical aspects, take the advice of a healthcare provider or take medications.
