Fatigue and lack of energy are common symptoms of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). That’s because the lung function—oxygenating the blood—is impaired due to the lower blood flow to the lungs. According to Karishma Patwa, M.D., a cardiologist at Manhattan Cardiology in New York City, exhaustion sets in when vital organs and muscles receive less oxygen. She explains that people with PAH often become less active due to this kind of exhaustion, which in turn can cause additional energy loss.
Some simple changes to one’s way of life can make a difference, thankfully. There may be a connection between PAH exhaustion and insomnia, according to Dr. Patwa. According to the research, sleep issues may have evolved as a result of controlling PAH, even if they weren’t present before the diagnosis. A change in your typical wake-up and bedtime routine, as well as stress, are additional potential causes of disturbed sleep. Read the article
