Exercise intolerance
Exercise Intolerance
Exercise intolerance (pronounced: ex-er-cise in-tol-er-ance) is a condition characterized by an inability to perform physical exercise at the level that would be expected of someone in the same age and health status. It is often associated with fatigue, breathlessness, or discomfort in the muscles.
Etymology
The term "exercise intolerance" is derived from the Latin words "exercitus" meaning exercise and "intolerantia" meaning intolerance.
Symptoms
Symptoms of exercise intolerance may include shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, dizziness, and palpitations. These symptoms may occur during or after physical activity.
Causes
Exercise intolerance can be caused by various conditions such as cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disease, metabolic disorders, and musculoskeletal disorders. It can also be a symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome or mitochondrial disease.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of exercise intolerance typically involves a physical examination, patient history, and may include an exercise stress test. Other diagnostic tests may include blood tests, pulmonary function tests, and imaging studies.
Treatment
Treatment for exercise intolerance depends on the underlying cause. It may involve medication, physical therapy, lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, or a combination of these.
Related Terms
- Cardiopulmonary exercise test
- Exercise-induced asthma
- Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction
- Exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction
- Exercise-induced nausea
- Exercise-induced urticaria
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Exercise intolerance
- Wikipedia's article - Exercise intolerance
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