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[Asthenia in adolescents].

V De Sanctis1, A Mangiagli, S Campisi

  • 1UO di Pediatria ed Adolscentologia, Arcispedale S. Anna, Ferrara, Italy.

Minerva Pediatrica
|October 22, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Adolescent fatigue, a common complaint after illness, affects 70% of Italian teens. Persistent cases require screening for underlying disorders and may indicate chronic fatigue syndrome.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric health
  • Adolescent medicine
  • Symptomatology

Context:

  • Fatigue is a prevalent subjective sensation of tiredness in adolescents, particularly after viral illnesses.
  • A school survey indicated that approximately 70% of 12-15-year-old Italian adolescents perceive fatigue.
  • Persistent or severe fatigue necessitates a thorough screening for potential organic causes.

Purpose:

  • To outline a practical diagnostic approach for evaluating fatigue in adolescents.
  • To provide a description of chronic fatigue syndrome based on established diagnostic criteria.

Summary:

  • Fatigue is defined as tiredness occurring at rest, with high prevalence (70%) reported in Italian adolescents aged 12-15.
  • The onset of symptoms is often linked to recent viral infections.
  • Screening for organic disorders is crucial for persistent or severe fatigue cases.

Impact:

  • Highlights the significance of fatigue as a common adolescent health concern.
  • Provides a framework for clinicians to diagnose and manage adolescent fatigue.
  • Clarifies diagnostic criteria for chronic fatigue syndrome in the adolescent population.

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