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What is the cause of chronic fatigue syndrome?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Many!: We always should look for an underlying cause. It may not be found, but an appreciable number of patient i see, a cause can be found. The causes are very large in number!

Answered 4/3/2017

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Dr. Michael Rothman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Multifactorial: Chronic fatigue syndrome is a multifactorial consequence of hormonal, immune system and nervous system dysfunction resulting from genetic predispositions and dietary and environmental insults. These factors impair the patient's ability to produce energy and they end up chronically fatigued. Poor diet, suboptimal sleep, food and other allergies contribute.

Answered 6/25/2015

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Can chronic fatigue syndrome cause an increase in anger and impulsiveness?

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