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Can anxiety cause muscle and joint weakness so bad that it feels like you've been working hard all day even if you haven't?

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Dr. Carlos Satulovsky answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: It can. For example, generalized anxiety disorder includes fatigue and lack of energy in general. Anyway, other causes are possible. You should have a thorough examination and maybe some labs. Possibly, something can be corrected and you could feel just fine. Don t wait, consult with a dr. In his/her office.

Answered 7/24/2014

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