The pathophysiology of chronic fatigue syndrome is unknown. Several potential causes for the development of chronic fatigue syndrome have been proposed, including neurological factors, psychological or psychosocial factors or influences, infections, immunological factors, endocrinal factors and genetic factors. Other, less-common theories have also been articulated. No clinically meaningful risk factor has been identified.
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