Post-viral fatigue syndrome (PVFS) is a condition or conditions characterized by fatigue following a viral infection. The term is not widely used, but the state of prolonged or severe fatigue after illness is not uncommon. Some people experience fatigue and related symptoms for months or years following a severe viral infection.[1]
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Chronic fatigue syndrome
Chronic fatigue can be as a result of immune system problems, hormonal imbalance or viral infections.
Chronic fatigue can be as a result of immune system problems, hormonal imbalance or viral infections.
Symptoms of a viral infection include fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue, body aches, and sometimes diarrhea. These symptoms can be identified through a physical examination by a healthcare provider, as well as diagnostic tests such as blood tests or viral cultures.
Low grade fever and significant fatigue are most commonly associated with viral infection.
It has been called chronic fatigue and immune disorder (CFIDS), myalgic encephalomyelitis, low natural killer cell disease, post-viral syndrome, Epstein-Barr disease, and Yuppie flu
Seven years ago I had a bad virus. I've never improved. Many doctors say it's Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. My last dr. said it's viral encephalopathy (brain damage) caused by the virus. Is this true? Carol
It is not currently known what causes Chronic Fatigue syndrome. It is a syndrome that typically starts with flue like symptoms, and involves fatigue that is not significantly relieved by resting.
ME is myalgic encephalomyelitis, and is sometimes known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome; it appears to be the aftermath of a viral infection. MS is multiple sclerosis, a chronic autoimmune disorder, which causes nerve damage and can affect almost any part of the body. It can cause fatigue. See the related links section, below, for more information.
Rabies is viral.