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I have multiple sclerosis. about two weeks ago i finished antibiotics for pneumonia but i cant beat that exhaustion. how long does can it last?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Probably OK...: It's normal for malaise (tiredness, exhaustion, more sleeping, reduced appetite, etc) to last for a few weeks after any major infection like pneumonia. Should improve soon. Probably this has nothing to do with your MS, although there might be a link if your MS treatment includes drugs that suppress the immune system. If uncertain, check with the doctor(s) treating your MS and/or the pneumonia.

Answered 11/25/2018

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A member asked:

I have multiple sclerosis. about two weeks ago i finished antibiotics for pneumonia but i cant beat that exhaustion. how long does can it last?

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