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Featured: Fatigue Main ArticleFatigue can be described in various ways. Sometimes fatigue is described as feeling a lack of energy and motivation (both mental and physical). The causes of fatigue are generally related to a variety of conditions or diseases for example, anemia, mono, medications, sleep problems, cancer, anxiety, heart disease, drug abuse, and more. Treatment of fatigue is generally directed toward the condition or disease that is causing the fatigue. Patient Discussions - Viewers share their commentsLocal Resources - Find a local Doctor in your town
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High Blood Pressure
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Tuberculosis
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Anxiety
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