Malaise is a general term for feeling unwell. Malaise is a short way of describing the tiredness, mental and physical lethargy. Loss of appetite and general wretchedness that we feel during acute or chronic illnesses, especially those that are associated with fever.

Malaise is a general term for feeling unwell. It is a symptom of many illnesses. Malaise is a short way of describing the tiredness, mental and physical lethargy. Colloquially, malaise has been referred to as "the creeping crud" (especially in reference to the malaise caused by communicable diseases such as influenza and the common cold ). Loss of appetite and general wretchedness that we feel during acute or chronic illnesses, especially those that are associated with fever. This usage may have originated in folk medicine, but it is adopted from the French word meaning "discomfort", "feeling faint", "feeling sick". The term is also often used figuratively in such contexts as " economic malaise".

Symptoms of Malaise
-- Headache.
-- A loss of appetite .
-- Diarrhea.
-- Soft, swollen spleen
-- Weakness.
-- A general lack of energy or malaise.

Treatment Options for Malaise
Malaise is not a condition in and of itself. Therefore, treatment will aim at addressing the underlying cause. It’s impossible to predict what this treatment will consist of because malaise can be due to a wide variety of conditions. Treatment for the cause of your malaise can help control the feeling and prevent it from becoming overwhelming. You can minimize your malaise by:
-- getting plenty of rest
-- exercising regularly
-- eating a balanced, healthy diet
-- limiting stress

Malaise can be difficult to prevent because it has many possible causes. Keeping note of your physical and mental well-being can help you identify the causes and triggers of your malaise. Keep a journal to help you track your malaise, and present your findings to your doctor if necessary.