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2.3: Alternative causes of chronic fatigue*

Physiological
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Sleep deprivation

    Drugs

  • Medication (e.g., beta-blockers)
  • Alcohol and drug dependence

    Infectious diseases

  • HIV/AIDS
  • Chronic hepatitis B or C

    Autoimmune disorders

  • Systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Sjögren's syndrome

    Endocrine disorders

  • Hypothyroidism
  • Diabetes mellitus

    Cardiorespiratory disorders

  • Chronic airflow limitation
  • Cardiac failure

    		•  Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Coeliac disease
  • Inflammatory bowel disease

    Haematological disorders

  • Anaemia

    Sleep disorders

  • Obstructive sleep apnoea

    Neuromuscular disorders

  • Myasthenia gravis
  • Multiple sclerosis

    Metabolic disorders

  • Hypercalcaemia

    Psychological

  • Depression
  • Anxiety disorder
  • Somatisation disorder
  • School phobia

    Occult malignancy Occupational and environmental factors

  • e.g., organic solvents, heavy metals
    • * Not an exhaustive list.
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