Fatigue / Tiredness

Understanding Fatigue: A Symptom You Shouldn’t Ignore

We all feel tired sometimes. But persistent fatigue—the kind that doesn’t improve with rest or interferes with daily life—could be a sign of something more serious, especially when it’s related to your heart health. Fatigue may feel like constant exhaustion, lack of energy, or even mental fog. While it can be caused by sleep issues or stress, it is also a common symptom of heart conditions such as heart failure, arrhythmia, or coronary artery disease.

At Apex Heart & Vascular Center, our expert team identifies the root cause of fatigue using advanced cardiovascular diagnostics and a personalized, compassionate approach.

Common Symptoms That May Accompany Fatigue

Fatigue can present with or alongside other symptoms such as:

• Shortness of breath during simple tasks

• Chest discomfort or heaviness

• Rapid or irregular heartbeat

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Swelling in the legs or feet

• Difficulty concentrating or confusion

• Loss of stamina or exercise intolerance

• Persistent weakness even after rest

When Is Fatigue Considered Serious?

You should seek medical evaluation if your fatigue is:

• Chronic and doesn’t improve with rest

• Interfering with daily tasks and quality of life

• Accompanied by chest pain, shortness of breath, or palpitations

• Sudden in onset and getting worse over time

• Linked with fainting, swelling, or unexplained weight gain

• Combined with existing risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease history

Fatigue might seem harmless, but it can be an early red flag for cardiac dysfunction—and early diagnosis makes a difference.

How Apex Heart & Vascular Center Can Help

At Apex Heart & Vascular Center, we’re committed to identifying the underlying cardiac reasons behind your fatigue. Our care team, led by Dr. Yasir Akram, uses a full range of testing and evaluation methods to uncover hidden heart conditions.

Our approach includes:

• Electrocardiogram (EKG): To evaluate heart rhythm

• Echocardiogram: To assess heart structure and function

• Stress Testing: To observe how your heart performs under activity

• Holter Monitoring: For continuous heart rhythm tracking

• Blood work & advanced labs to detect anemia or thyroid/cardiac markers

Once we identify the cause, we provide a personalized treatment plan that may include medication, lifestyle changes, and long-term monitoring.