asphyxia vs lethargy

asphyxia

noun
  • Loss of consciousness due to the interruption of breathing and consequent anoxia. 

  • Loss of consciousness due to the body's inability to deliver oxygen to its tissues, either by the breathing of air lacking oxygen or by the inability of the blood to carry oxygen. 

lethargy

noun
  • A condition characterized by extreme fatigue or drowsiness, deep unresponsiveness, or prolonged sleep patterns. 

  • A state of extreme torpor or apathy, especially with lack of emotion, energy or enthusiasm; (loosely) sluggishness, laziness. 

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