10 Atypical Pneumonia Symptoms
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Weakness and Fatigue
Weakness and fatigue are the end products of the body's immune system attempting to fight infection. When the body detects an infection such as that in atypical pneumonia, a cascade of events amps up the immune system. Energy is needed to fuel the immune response, resulting in energy being diverted from other body functions.
As a result, it's important to avoid overexertion. However, even with rest, the fatigue can linger for several weeks after the infection resolves.
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