5. Fatigue and General Weakness: More Than Just Being Tired
Fatigue and general weakness might sound a bit general, but in the context of cystic hygroma, they become pivotal. Let’s be clear: this isn’t the tiredness that comes from a bad night’s sleep. This is an unshakable feeling of exhaustion that no amount of rest seems to remedy.
Unlike the palpable lump or swelling, fatigue is more of an invisible symptom. You can’t touch it or see it, but it’s there, lurking in the background, and affecting everything you do. Simple tasks become herculean efforts. Activities you once enjoyed now seem like massive undertakings.
The fatigue can often be associated with lower oxygen levels. If a cystic hygroma presses against critical air passages, it could hinder optimal airflow. Less oxygen reaching your cells translates to reduced energy levels, leaving you feeling drained.(5)
