Definitions

Malaise

When to make a doctor’s appointment

Make an appointment to see a doctor if:

• Persistent
• Interferes with ability to work
• Unable to complete daily tasks
• Feeling sad or slowed down

When to seek immediate medical care

See a doctor immediately if:

• Severe pain
• Chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or shortness of breath
• Abnormal bleeding
• Feeling faint

Description

A general sense of not feeling well that often involves fatigue and can happen with nearly any health condition.

Self-care

Reflect on sleep, stress, alcohol use, eating habits, exercise, screen time and relationships.

When to make a doctor's appointment

Make an appointment for:

• A sense of feeling unwell that is ongoing, keeps coming back or interferes with daily tasks.
• New or worrying symptoms.
• Sadness or feelings of depression.