Question 1

why have i suddenly become so lethargic?

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Possibilities: There are many possibilities.  If you have other symptoms suggesting infection - cough, sore throat, fever, then that may be causing the fatigue.  Also, convalescence from a viral infection can take a while and energy might not return quickly.  Other conditions to consider include sleep apnea, depression, substance use, chronic fatigue syndrome, etc...See your doctor for a workup.

Question 2

why do i feel so lethargic and unmotivated?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue can be: from plain old fatigue, lack of sleep, low blood sugar, depression.  Please see your doc who can help you clarify the cause and offer a solution.  Peace and good health.

Question 3

what foods can lessen lethargy?

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Energy Foods: These can be cold water fish (salmon, mackerel), omega 3 eggs, nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, cashews), oats, fruits especially apricot or kiwi or bananas or cantaloupe. Others, ofcourse, are water, tea & coffee.

Question 4

what causes loss of appetite and being lethargic?

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Consider this...: Gi tract has a limited # of symptoms to signal its distress--nausea/vomiting, diarrhea/constipation, bloating, pain, fullness, bleeding, etc.  Many of these characterize ibs, but are also seen with inflammatory, infectious, ischemic, malabsorptive, metabolic, ; functional disorders. Directed lab work, imaging, biopsies, stool studies will find your answer ; direct treatment. Chance of pregnancy?

Question 5

what could cause lethargy and a headache? my kid?

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Almost anything: But most likely either simple exhaustion or stress or a viral illness.

Question 6

am i not getting enough oxygen? lethargic and difficulty solving problems

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Get seen: You can get simple test: pulse oximeter test in doctors office.

Question 7

how come i feel lethargic, dizzy and sometimes my vision goes a bit blurry?

Accepted Answer

Dizzy: Are you eating and sleeping well?  Is your blood pressure high?  Is your blood sugar low?     I am concerned about your symptoms-- call your primary care doctor for an appointment.

Question 8

102 fever, mildly lethargic but couldn't get tested for coronavirus. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Please call your MD: Rest, hydration, acetaminophen, decongestant, cough med &amp; nasal saline irrigation may help mild symptoms. Make sure to quarantine. Get emergency care for difficulty breathing, blue lips or confusion.

Question 9

since i started clozapine i've been very lethargic and drooling a waterfall. how long until it goes away?

Accepted Answer

Clozapin: Lethargy is dose-related. Side effects need to be reviewed with your prescribing doctor.

Question 10

have been taking lexapro (escitalopram) daily (~1 year), but last 2 mos feeling drowsy/lethargic.  related?

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Doctor can evaluate: A person on a drug for 10 months at the same dose, and then starts to have drowsiness that persists, should see the doctor for re-evaluation. Maybe the medicine has gradually affected the person's blood count or chemistry. Maybe the patient began a new medicine, supplement, diet, etc... Depression comes and goes; maybe different dosing is needed. Maybe symptoms have nothing to do with the lexapro (escitalopram).

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What could cause lethargy and a headache? my kid?

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Am i not getting enough oxygen? lethargic and difficulty solving problems

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How come i feel lethargic, dizzy and sometimes my vision goes a bit blurry?

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102 fever, mildly lethargic but couldn't get tested for coronavirus. what do i do?

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Since i started clozapine i've been very lethargic and drooling a waterfall. how long until it goes away?

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Have been taking lexapro (escitalopram) daily (~1 year), but last 2 mos feeling drowsy/lethargic. related?

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