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chronic fatigue syndrome (KRAH-nik fuh-TEEG SIN-drome)

 A condition lasting for more than 6 months in which a person feels tired most of the time and may have trouble concentrating and carrying out daily activities. Other symptoms include sore throat, fever, muscle weakness, headache, and joint pain.

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