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If you have any of the following symptoms, evaluate those symptoms first.

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Have you had weakness with a temporary loss of function, but all your symptoms are improving or are now gone?

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Do you have persistent generalized weakness?

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Do you think your fatigue is caused by a mental health problem?

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Do you think that your weakness or fatigue may be caused by a medicine?

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Do you think that alcohol or other drugs may be causing your fatigue?

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Do you have persistent fatigue?

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Has your fatigue lasted longer than 2 weeks after you have had symptoms of another illness?

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Do you have fatigue and unexplained weight gain or weight loss?

Other Symptoms to Watch For

If you have any of the following symptoms, evaluate those symptoms first.

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Last Updated: January 13, 2009
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