Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Fatigue. Fatigue is a subjective feeling of tiredness which is distinct from weakness, and has a gradual onset. Unlike weakness, fatigue can be alleviated by periods of rest.
Surgery can be delayed, medications can be given to help reduce the acidity and volume of stomach contents, or maneuvers may be employed to protect from aspiration, for example placing a cuffed endotracheal tube into the trachea.y placing a patient on NPO status, there will be nothing to aspirate because any food would have been absorbed into the small intestines by that time of surgery 6-8 hrs later. + 23 others found this useful.
Herniated disc surgery can be performed on an outpatient basis, but sometimes requires an overnight stay. Additional costs: Most patients require two to six weeks of recovery time. A back brace, which sometimes is required, can cost $200 or more. Physical therapy at $50 to $100 or more per session can add $1,000 or more to the cost.