Dyspnea as a fatigue-promoting factor in ALS and the role of objective indicators of respiratory impairment

There is no evidence-based treatment for fatigue in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and identification of treatable causes determine management strategies. Although dyspnea is a key symptom of ALS and effectively treatable, it has not been sufficiently investigated whether dyspnea may be a fatigue-promoting factor.
Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - Category: Palliative Care Authors: Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research