Every part of your body, from your brain to your toenails, needs oxygen to function. When you suffer from atherosclerosis, any task you attempt can be difficult. Your body is constantly straining to force blood through narrow openings. This effort can lead to fatigue, or chronic exhaustion. This is a common symptom in specific types of atherosclerosis that affect heart and brain vessels and can lead to serious health concerns like neurological damage or heart attack. If you’re struggling to find the energy for normal tasks or can’t complete simple exercises like walking or gardening, it’s time to call a doctor.Next
