Fatigue study seeks to unravel mystery of exhaustion
NCT ID NCT03952624
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study aims to better understand fatigue by comparing people who have felt tired for more than a month with those who are not fatigued. Researchers will use questionnaires, physical tests, and optional brain scans to identify different types of fatigue. The goal is to gather information that could help develop more personalized treatments in the future.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help researchers identify distinct types of fatigue, potentially leading to more targeted treatments in the future.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It aims to gather information, not test a therapy, so there is no direct benefit to participants. Results may not lead to immediate changes in care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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