Symptom 4: Lightheadedness and Fatigue
Lightheadedness paired with fatigue feels like walking through a fog. It’s this uncanny sense of being present but not entirely there. When linked with Dieulafoy’s lesion, it’s often a sign that the body is wrestling with blood loss, trying to keep its balance on a tightrope.
You see, it’s all interconnected. Blood carries oxygen, and oxygen powers the body. A significant bleed, like from a Dieulafoy’s lesion, means less blood to transport oxygen. This reduced oxygen flow impacts the brain, causing that dizzy, lightheaded sensation. It’s as if the lights in the body’s control room are dimming.
Then there’s fatigue, a crushing weight that seems to anchor the body down. With less oxygen reaching the muscles and tissues, they tire out faster. Simple tasks start feeling Herculean. Climbing a set of stairs or even just walking around might seem like running a marathon. It’s the body’s way of saying it’s running on fumes.
While both lightheadedness and fatigue can independently flag various issues, their combination is particularly concerning. Especially when coupled with other symptoms on this list, they could very well be broadcasting a message related to Dieulafoy’s lesion.(4)
