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 A popular topic! 😴 According to the Chinese medical association, if you experience the following symptoms, it may indicate that you are experiencing chronic fatigue syndrome:

1. **Fatigue**: Feeling exhausted or tired for more than 6 months, accompanied by a decrease in physical activity.
2. **Post-exertional malaise**: Feeling unwell or tired after engaging in physical or mental activities, which persists for more than 24 hours.
3. **Sleep disturbances**: Difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently during the night, or feeling tired upon waking.

In addition to these main symptoms, other common complaints include:

* Headaches
* Sore throat
* Muscle pain
* Joint pain (without swelling)
* Lymph node tenderness
* Decreased memory or concentration

If multiple tests, such as CT scans, electrocardiograms, chest X-rays, and blood tests, do not reveal any underlying abnormalities, it may be worth consulting a doctor specializing in chronic fatigue syndrome. 🏥

Source: Chinese Medical Association (CMA) guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome.