Why Do I Feel Washed out?

Fatigue is a feeling of tiredness, exhaustion or lack of energy. It is a symptom that may be caused by illness, or medical treatment. A serious illness can make you feel tired, but some minor illnesses can also leave you feeling washed out.

Why do I feel drained all of a sudden?

In most cases, there's a reason for the fatigue. It might be allergic rhinitis, anemia, depression, fibromyalgia, chronic kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease (COPD), a bacterial or viral infection, or some other health condition. If that's the case, then the long-term outlook is good.

What are the 3 types of fatigue?

There are three types of fatigue: transient, cumulative, and circadian:
  • Transient fatigue is acute fatigue brought on by extreme sleep restriction or extended hours awake within 1 or 2 days.
  • Cumulative fatigue is fatigue brought on by repeated mild sleep restriction or extended hours awake across a series of days.
Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Lead Health, Wellness & Medical Journalist

Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.