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Definition
Malaise is a generalized feeling of discomfort, illness, or lack of well-being. It can be associated with a disease. Malaise can be accompanied by a feeling of exhaustion, or of not having enough energy to accomplish usual activities.
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Considerations
Malaise is a nonspecific symptom that can occur with almost any significant infectious, metabolic (endocrine), or systemic (throughout the body) disorder. The onset may be slow or rapid depending on the nature of the disease. Fatigue accompanies malaise in many common diseases.
Common Causes
The following lists give examples of the diseases and conditions that can cause malaise. ACUTE INFECTIOUS DISEASE CHRONIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE ORGAN FAILURE CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASE ENDOCRINE or METABOLIC NEOPLASTIC PSYCHIATRIC MEDICATIONS
Home Care
Significant symptoms require immediate attention from your health care provider.
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Reviewer Info: Benjamin W. Van Voorhees, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.; ADAM Health Illustrated Encyclopedia, 01/18/2007 |
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