Feeling exhausted even after a full night’s sleep? It may be more than just temporary fatigue. Narrowed arteries can slow blood flow, reducing the supply of oxygen and essential nutrients to your muscles and brain. The result: a persistent feeling of exhaustion, even when you’re not exerting yourself.
If climbing a few stairs or simply walking at a moderate pace leaves you out of breath, don’t take this symptom lightly. Sudden or recurring shortness of breath, without intense exertion, may indicate a circulation problem.
When arteries become narrowed due to plaque buildup, the heart has to work harder to pump blood to the muscles and lungs. The result? Not getting enough oxygen, which makes it difficult to breathe and makes you feel tired quickly.
2- Unusual shortness of breath
If climbing a few stairs or simply walking at a moderate pace leaves you out of breath, don’t take this symptom lightly. Sudden or recurring shortness of breath, without intense exertion, may indicate a circulation problem.
When arteries become narrowed due to plaque buildup, the heart has to work harder to pump blood to the muscles and lungs. The result? Not getting enough oxygen, which makes it difficult to breathe and makes you feel tired quickly.
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