Whole-body aches, weakness, fatigue, lack of energy, and cold sweats—what could be causing this, and what should I do?
Jun 05, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Generalized body aches, weakness, fatigue, lack of energy, and cold sweats may be caused by physiological factors, or by pathological conditions such as aplastic anemia or viral influenza. Treatment can be carried out through general management and medication. If there has been recent excessive fatigue or high mental stress, it may negatively affect the body, leading to symptoms such as sore limbs and cold sweats.
Generalized body aches, weakness, fatigue, lack of energy, and cold sweats may result from physiological factors, or could be caused by pathological conditions such as aplastic anemia or viral influenza. Patients can receive treatment through general management or medication. Specific details are as follows:
1. Physiological Factors
If a person has recently experienced excessive fatigue or high levels of mental stress, it may negatively affect the body, leading to symptoms such as limb soreness and cold sweats. Patients should ensure adequate rest and avoid overexertion.
2. Pathological Factors
1) Aplastic Anemia
This is typically a group of disorders characterized by bone marrow failure caused by various factors, possibly related to chemical drugs, viral infections, or genetic predisposition. Symptoms include generalized body aches and fatigue. Patients may follow medical advice to take medications such as sirolimus tablets or ruxolitinib phosphate tablets.
2) Viral Influenza
Poor nutrition or prolonged fasting may lead to low blood glucose levels, causing overactivation of the autonomic sympathetic nervous system. This results in cerebral hypoxia and the release of large amounts of adrenaline and noradrenaline, manifesting as whole-body pain and cold sweats. Under medical guidance, patients may take antiviral medications such as oseltamivir phosphate capsules or paracetamol, caffeine, and synthetic alphaprodine tablets.
In addition to the above causes, such symptoms may also be due to insufficient cerebral blood supply, cerebral hypoxia, or cerebral hemorrhage. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical evaluation at a qualified hospital upon experiencing these symptoms. Attention should also be paid to staying warm and avoiding abdominal chilling.
