Symptom 6: Fatigue and Lethargy
Feeling tired after a long day is standard. But the fatigue that comes with toxic megacolon is a different beast altogether. This isn’t a mere longing for an afternoon nap. It’s a profound, bone-deep exhaustion that makes even lifting a finger seem like a Herculean task.
The lethargy associated with this condition doesn’t just spring from nowhere. The body, battling inflammation and other symptoms, is using energy at an increased rate. The energy reserves are quickly depleted, leading to an overwhelming feeling of weariness. The body’s attempt to divert all available energy to essential functions leaves you feeling constantly drained.
Alongside fatigue comes an overwhelming sense of heaviness or inertia. Routine tasks become daunting challenges. Whether it’s getting out of bed, walking to the mailbox, or even flipping a book’s pages, everything feels ten times harder. (6)
