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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Overview)
A condition in which a person experiences severe fatigue that lasts longer than six months for which no underlying cause can be found, and which limits strenuous physical or mental activity.
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What causes fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome?
No one thing: Hi. We do not know what causes either condition, so right now, your guess is as good as mine (or anyone else's). My belief is it's a constellation of causes, not any one thing. ...Read more
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Overview)
A condition in which a person experiences severe fatigue that lasts longer than six months for which no underlying cause can be found, and which limits strenuous physical or mental activity.
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Chronic fatigue syndrome--same as ebv?
Chronic fatigue: Although some people with cfs have have some antibodies suggesting recent ebv infection, most do not. There are probably multiple triggers for cfs. ...Read more
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (Tip)
Chronic fatigue is treatable and manageable with the right support systems in place. ...See more
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Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFIDS) (Checklist)
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How is chronic fatigue syndrome diagnosed?
By symptoms: There is no diagnostic test. Tests, including a sleep study, are done to eliminate other causes of fatigue. ...Read more
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How long does chronic fatigue syndrome normally last?
Indefinitely: Unless a medical evaluation and lab work reveal an underlying cause that can be treated and corrected, it usually lasts indefinitely. ...Read more
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (Tip)
Living with chronic fatigue can seem tough initially, until the body becomes stronger. ...See more
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Overcoming Fatigue (Checklist)
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Treatments for chronic fatigue syndrome?
Treat the DISEASE: Chronic fatigue syndrome is exactly that -- a syndrome. There is a specific disease behind every syndrome. Treat the disease. ...Read more
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Is headache a common symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome?
Yes: There is a fair amount of overlap between chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and chronic daily headache syndromes. Patients with of them commonly report headaches and difficulty falling asleep. ...Read more
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (Tip)
Haiku. Daily exercise, will help to keep you smiling , each and every day! ...See more
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Which symptoms consistant with chronic fatigue syndrome?
Many tests: You need to be evaluated for sleep pattern disruptions, metabolic abnormalities, immune system dysfunctions, inadequate nutrition, chronic infections, insufficient hormone levels, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, psychological issues and many more. It's difficult to evaluate and treat. There are many things that can help. ...Read more
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What are the main symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome that people have?
Multi system: This condition, perhaps as a sequel to a viral illness, causes tiredness, muscle aching, joint pain and mental fatigue. More common in women, it can affect all age groups, responds poorly to medication, and in extreme cases leaves the patient mostly bedridden. There is no laboratory testing that makes the diagnosis. There are strong psychological underpinnings. ...Read more
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Besides extreme fatigue, does chronic fatigue syndrome have other symptoms?
Depression: Some people develop depression as well.
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Is deep sighing and deep breathing signs of chronic fatigue syndrome...Or perhaps boredom?
Chronic fatigue: Are you depressed? What other symptoms do you have? Sounds like you might want to chat with a clinical psychologist. These are not usually associated with cfs. ...Read more
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Are Lyme disease and chronic fatigue syndrome related?
Similar symptoms: Lyme disease and chronic fatigue syndrome can have very similar symptoms. By definition, if one has chronic fatigue syndrome other causes of fatigue like lyme disease have been ruled out, so if one has lyme disease, by definition they do no have cfs. However, it is likely that many people who have been diagnosed with cfs actually have undiagnosed lyme disease. See comment for more:. ...Read more
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Are chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia related autoimmune diseases?
Neither are autoimmu: Neither are autoimmune. While some autimmune diseases (ie., sjorgren's) can cause fatigue, they are not cfs. No evidence that autoimmunity has a role in either! ...Read more
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Chronic Fatigue (Definition)
What is the definition or description of: Chronic fatigue? ANS: The definition is too long for this space. Google national guidelines for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and you will find the specific items needed to define chronic fatigue syndrome. They ...Read more
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