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'''For the WikiDoc page on Malaise, click [[Malaise|here]]'''
==Overview==
[[Malaise]] is a generalized feeling of discomfort, illness, or lack of well-being.
==What are the symptoms of Malaise?==
Malaise is a symptom that can occur with almost any health condition. It may start slowly or quickly, depending on the type of disease.
[[Fatigue]] (feeling tired) occurs with malaise in many diseases. Along with malaise, you can have a feeling of not having enough energy to do usual activities.
==What causes Malaise?==
The following lists give examples of the diseases, conditions, and medications that can cause malaise:
SHORT-TERM (ACUTE) INFECTIOUS DISEASE
*Acute bronchitis or pneumonia
*Acute viral syndrome
*Infectious mononucleosis (EBV)
*Influenza
*Lyme disease
LONG-TERM (CHRONIC) INFECTIOUS DISEASE
*AIDS
*Chronic active hepatitis
*Disease caused by parasites
*Tuberculosis
HEART AND LUNG (CARDIOPULMONARY) DISEASE
*Congestive heart failure
*COPD
ORGAN FAILURE
*Acute or chronic kidney disease
*Acute or chronic liver disease
CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASE
*Rheumatoid arthritis
*Sarcoidosis
*Systemic lupus erythematosus
ENDOCRINE or METABOLIC DISEASE
*Adrenal gland dysfunction
*Diabetes
*Pituitary gland dysfunction (rare)
*Thyroid disease
CANCER
*Leukemia
*Lymphoma (cancer that starts in the lymph system)
*Solid tumor cancers, such as colon cancer
BLOOD DISORDERS
*Severe anemia
PSYCHIATRIC
*Depression
*Dysthymia
MEDICATIONS
*Anticonvulsant (antiseizure) medications
*Antihistamines
*Beta blockers (medications used to treat heart disease or high blood pressure)
*Psychiatric medications
*Treatments involving several medications
==Diagnosis==
If you have signs or symptoms of an illness, tests may be ordered to confirm the diagnosis. These may include blood tests, x-rays, or other diagnostic tests.
Based on your evaluation and any tests, your healthcare provider will recommend treatment if needed.
==Sources==
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003089.htm
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