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Atul Dhingra1, Nishant Raizada2, Sanjay Kalra3
1Department of Endocrinology, Dr SS Tantia Medical College, Sri Ganganagar, India.
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|April 24, 2025
Summary
Asthenia, a lack of energy, is a common complaint. This study offers a simple algorithm for primary care physicians to evaluate and counsel patients experiencing asthenia, regardless of symptom onset.
Area of Science:
- General Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Patient Care
Background:
- Asthenia, characterized by a subjective feeling of weakness, is a frequent patient complaint.
- This symptom is not necessarily linked to physical exertion and can manifest acutely or chronically.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a straightforward algorithm for the primary care setting.
- To aid physicians in the evaluation and counseling of patients with asthenia.
Main Methods:
- Development of a clinical decision-making algorithm.
- Application to patients with both acute and chronic conditions.
Main Results:
- The proposed algorithm provides a structured approach for managing asthenia.
- It is applicable across diverse patient populations and symptom durations.
Conclusions:
- A simple algorithm can effectively guide the assessment of asthenia in primary care.
- This approach supports consistent and comprehensive patient management for this common complaint.
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