Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is life-altering fatigue lasting > 6 months that typically affects previously healthy and active people; it is not malingering. Etiology is unclear but probably involves multiple factors, including genetic susceptibility, microbial exposure, and environmental and psychologic factors.
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Chronic fatigue syndrome, also called myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), refers to long-standing severe and disabling fatigue without a proven physical or psychologic cause and without objective abnormalities found on physical examination or laboratory testing. Unexplained fatigue lasts for 6 consecutive months or longer.
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is life-altering fatigue lasting > 6 months that typically affects previously healthy and active people; it is not malingering. Etiology is unclear but probably involves multiple factors, including genetic susceptibility, microbial exposure, and environmental and psychologic factors.
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GET THE QUICK FACTS. Chronic fatigue syndrome refers to long-standing severe and disabling fatigue without a proven physical or psychologic cause and without objective abnormalities found on physical examination or laboratory testing. Unexplained fatigue lasts for 6 consecutive months or longer.
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CFS symptoms can include: Severe fatigue that is not improved by rest. Sleep problems. Post-exertional malaise (PEM), where your symptoms get worse after any physical or mental activity. Problems with thinking and concentrating. Pain. Dizziness. CFS can be unpredictable. Your symptoms may come and go.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) / Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) is characterized by extreme fatigue, post-exertional malaise, and feeling generally unwell. The causes for CFS/ME are not fully understood and possible causes include viral infections, immune disturbances, or disturbances to the central nervous system.
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that lasts for at least six months and that can't be fully explained by an underlying medical condition. The fatigue worsens with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest. Other characteristic symptoms include: 1. Sleep that isn't refreshing 2. Difficulties with mem…
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also called myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is a challenge to physicians. CFS prevalence is below 1 % in a general population. There are no convincing models that might explain etiology and pathogenesis of CFS as an independent, unique disease. No consistent diagnostic criteria are available.
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a common disease and characterized by fatigue, exhaustion, heavy limbs, and dizziness. Tuina, as a traditional Chinese manual therapy, is usually used for CFS in China. Several studies have reported that Tuina can improve fatigue exhaustion, and dizziness of patients with CFS.
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There's no single test to confirm a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome. Symptoms can mimic those of many other health problems, including: 1. Sleep disorders.Chronic fatigue can be caused by sleep disorders. A sleep study can determine if your rest is being disturbed by disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome or insomnia. 2. Medical prob…
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In order to make the decision to use a wheelchair with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, you may have to feel a certain level of acceptance of the illness. Help yourself to move towards acceptance of illness by reading my free ebook on the <The 7 Stages of Grief of Chronic Illness>. While bedbound, I lived with an electric wheelchair by my bed.
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As per definition, people with chronic fatigue syndrome experience fatigue for longer than six months that prevents them from doing their usual activities. Estimates vary, but approximately 0.5% to 1% of adults meet the criteria for the condition. Women are much more likely to have chronic fatigue syndrome than men. Most people with ME/CFS are between …
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is the name of a specific medical condition characterized by extreme and persistent fatigue. For the diagnosis of CFS to be made, certain specific criteria must be met. People with CFS and the general public often refer to the condition as "chronic fatigue." But that can be confusing.
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Theres no simple blood test or X-ray to diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS). And many of the symptoms of the illness -- deep tiredness, unrelieved by rest or sleep, feeling worse after physical or mental exertion, trouble concentrating, feeling worse after standing and remaining on ones feet and other symptoms-- are also seen in …
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Chronic fatigue syndrome 1 Overview. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that can't be explained by any underlying medical condition. 2 Symptoms. Fatigue can be a symptom of many illnesses, such as infections or psychological disorders. ... 3 Causes. ... 4 Risk factors. ... 5 Complications. ...
Interventions currently recognized by the UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as suitable for supporting people with CFS/ME include rest and sleep, strategies to maintain and prevent deterioration of physical functioning, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Read more
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a chronic illness characterized by extreme fatigue that lasts for more than six months. This fatigue cannot be explained away by an underlying medical condition.
CBT For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) / Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) is characterized by extreme fatigue, post-exertional malaise, and feeling generally unwell.
Chronic fatigue syndrome 1 Overview. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that can't be explained by any underlying medical condition. 2 Symptoms. Fatigue can be a symptom of many illnesses, such as infections or psychological disorders. ... 3 Causes. ... 4 Risk factors. ... 5 Complications. ...
Sometimes it's abbreviated as ME/CFS. The cause of chronic fatigue syndrome is unknown, although there are many theories — ranging from viral infections to psychological stress. Some experts believe chronic fatigue syndrome might be triggered by a combination of factors. There's no single test to confirm a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome.
Viral infections. Because some people develop chronic fatigue syndrome after having a viral infection, researchers question whether some viruses might trigger the disorder. Suspicious viruses include the Epstein-Barr virus, human herpes virus 6. No conclusive link has yet been found.
Difficulty managing stress may contribute to the development of chronic fatigue syndrome. Possible complications of chronic fatigue syndrome include: Goldman L, et al., eds. Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and myofascial pain.