Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Alternate Names : CFS, Fatigue - Chronic
DefinitionA condition of prolonged and severe tiredness or weariness (fatigue) that is not relieved by rest and is not directly caused by other conditions. To be diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome, the tiredness must be severe enough to decrease ability to participate in ordinary activities by 50%.
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