Symptom 7. Feeling Fatigued: The Unending Lethargy Loop
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Fatigue, in the context of hepatocellular carcinoma, isn’t about feeling a little tired after a long day. It’s an overwhelming sense of exhaustion, unaffected by the amount of rest one gets. The liver, a powerhouse of the body, plays a pivotal role in energy production. When a tumor interferes with its operation, energy levels inevitably take a hit.
The peculiar aspect of this fatigue is its pervasiveness. It seeps into every aspect of life, from physical tasks to cognitive functions. Simple activities, once taken for granted, become monumental challenges. Climbing a flight of stairs or even reading a book can feel like scaling Mount Everest. (7)
