Weakness: Symptoms & Signs (Asthenia)

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Alternate Names : Asthenia

Weakness itself may be a symptom. So when someone complains of weakness, the healthcare provider will need to know more details such as:

when the weakness started

if the weakness is in one area or affects the whole body

if the weakness is constant or only happens sometimes

if the weakness is more physical or mental

if the weakness came on slowly or happened suddenly

whether weakness runs in the family

whether the person has been or is currently sick

how severe the weakness is

Other symptoms may also be important, such as weight loss, fever, depression, or pain.

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Author: Adam Brochert, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/09/01

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