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Overview

Malaise can be described as a sense of uneasiness and discomfort felt by an individual accompanied by a lack of energy and tiredness, despite taking adequate rest. Individuals feel the generalised weakness of the entire body and a feeling of illness, although they aren't sure about the exact cause behind this issue.

It is more often manifested as a symptom rather than a specific condition arising due to any underlying pathology associated with the individual. There are cases where it is observed that malaise develops at once, without any cause or any precipitating factor involved. However, in various other individuals, it develops over a period of time and prevails longer. If it continues to persist longer, it can hinder the daily activities of an individual ranging from work to personal life.

Malaise Causes

There are a few factors that have been associated with the development of malaise among individuals. These are as follows:

Acute Viral Disorders include: Chronic conditions include: Medications include:
  • Antihistamines: These are a group of drugs that relieve allergies.
  • Anticonvulsants: These drugs control epileptic seizures.
  • Medications given to control blood pressure.
  • Beta-blockers given to treat heart-related conditions.
Sleep Disorders include: Lifestyle includes:
  • Lack of a balanced and healthy diet
  • Overconsumption of alcohol
  • Inadequate sleep
  • Work-related stress
Neglected physical fitness

Malaise Symptoms

Various physical symptoms that may occur along with malaise are as follows:

  • Fever and chills
  • Muscular pains
  • Joint pains
  • Abdominal pain
  • Feeling lethargic

When to Contact the Doctor?

Every individual comes across the feeling of malaise, which is a normal phenomenon. But if this feeling persists on a regular basis, then it is advised to consult the doctor sooner in order to know about the underlying cause responsible for this. Patients can contact the doctor for the following:

  • Sudden onset
  • Individuals above 70 years of age
  • Frequent weight loss
  • Malaise lasting more than a week
  • Manifestation of malaise with other associated issues like nausea, vomiting or irregular heartbeat, and shortness of breath.

Malaise Diagnosis

Patients have their own respective way of expressing malaise, and they often tend to associate it with various things. Therefore to make an accurate diagnosis regarding malaise, the doctor goes through the medical history of the patient, including the medications being taken, to know the underlying pathology or any condition that can contribute to the malaise. It comprises of family history of certain drugs, over-the-counter medications, any supplements, and the dietary and exercise routine of the patient.

Apart from this, the doctor carries out a physical examination of the patient as well so that they can get some idea regarding the cause of the malaise. This is followed by certain relevant questions being asked about the onset of malaise and how long it lasts. Questions related to recent travel history or work-induced stress and any sort of inability to carry out routine activities can also be asked by the doctor.

Finally, the doctor may recommend certain investigations like blood tests, i.e. CBC, ESR, CRP, vitamin levels, thyroid profile and imaging tests like x-rays to reach a conclusive diagnosis pertaining to the malaise.

Malaise Treatment

The treatment options for malaise can't be restricted to any particular approach as it can be related to various factors. Therefore, it becomes necessary to treat the cause of malaise in order to overcome it completely.

If there is no concrete diagnosis achieved from the blood investigations or imaging tests, then the doctors recommend undergoing certain basic lifestyle modifications by the patients. These are as follows:

  • Doing regular exercises.
  • Reduce intake of caffeine.
  • Induce meditation.
  • Identifying and dealing with stress. It can be either work-induced or personal.
  • Avoid overconsumption of alcohol.
  • Ensure adequate and quality sleep.
  • Eating healthy to avoid becoming overweight or underweight.
  • Strike perfect coordination between work and activity.
  • Increase the intake of plenty of fluids.
Maintain weight and avoid being obese as it adds to the malaise.

Malaise Complications

Some complications arising due to malaise are as follows:

  • Severe pain or discomfort
  • Chronic pain that becomes more or less permanent
  • Inability to perform daily activities with proper concentration
  • Depression

Reviewed & Updated On

Reviewed by Dr. Namrita Singh, Associate Director - Internal Medicine on 20-Mar-2023.


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