9. Fatigue: The Unseen Weight of Weariness
Fatigue, in the context of Curling’s ulcer, isn’t just about feeling ‘tired’. It’s an all-encompassing weariness, a weight that drags both body and spirit down. While it might seem unrelated, delve deeper, and the connections become startlingly clear.
Consider this: the body, while battling an ulcer, expends energy in the healing process. This diversion of resources, while essential, often leaves one feeling drained, sapped of vitality. It’s as if the body is running a marathon internally, and the fallout is palpable fatigue.
Adding to this is the potential for minor bleeding due to the ulcer. Over time, this can lead to anemia, a condition marked by reduced red blood cells. And one of the hallmark symptoms of anemia? You guessed it: fatigue. (9)
