5. Fatigue and Malaise: The Unseen Chains Binding the Afflicted
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It begins subtly. An unexplained weariness, a weight pressing down, making every action feel like an insurmountable task. Fatigue and malaise might not be as visibly striking as a rash, but their presence is undeniably felt by those battling measles.
Contrary to popular belief, this isn’t just “feeling tired.” It’s an all-encompassing exhaustion that can render even the simplest of tasks monumental. It’s as if the body, while waging a war against the measles virus, inadvertently also turns its defenses against its energy reserves.
Historically, many suffering from measles described this sensation like being wrapped in heavy chains. Each link represented a facet of the malaise, making movement sluggish, thoughts hazy, and emotions bleak. (5)
