Anxiety
As my health deteriorated the anxiety level increased. The symptom was most evident whenever I had to drive, even short distances (50 miles or so). The anxiety of driving in the big city caused much stress which brought on fatigue. By the time I got home I would be exhausted. (Note: During perimenopause I avoided making trips entirely.)
When my health was at its lowest I was not able to drive at all. My experience with this symptom has made me much more tolerant of elderly people who poke along at a snail's pace down the road.
As I write this (1-10-06) I am happy to report that driving in the city is not a problem for me now (except during rush-hour traffic). It amazes me that the drive between here and the city has become a relaxing time for me. In all my days I can never remember experiencing that.
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