Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a disorder that causes extreme fatigue. This fatigue is not the kind of tired feeling that goes away after you rest. Instead, it lasts a long time and limits your ability to do ordinary daily activities.

Symptoms of CFS include fatigue for 6 months or more and experiencing other problems such as muscle pain, memory problems, headaches, pain in multiple joints, sleep problems, sore throat and tender lymph nodes. Since other illnesses can cause similar symptoms, CFS is hard to diagnose.

No one knows what causes CFS. It is most common in women in their 40s and 50s, but anyone can have it. It can last for years. There is no cure for CFS, so the goal of treatment is to improve symptoms. Medicines may treat pain, sleep disorders and other problems.

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms

healthcentral.com — “Chronic fatigue syndrome goes undiagnosed in an estimated 80 percent of Americans living with the illness. Learn about the symptoms of CFS.View full resource at healthcentral.com

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.@AmoonS No kidding -- not knowing whats 'wrong with you' can be scary. Best thing to do is educate urself abt CFS http://t.co/W0MQgQ6b

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The History of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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@MEisnotCFS Our Experts agree with you re: renaming CFS. Check out The History of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome http://t.co/javfxCLo

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Acupuncture for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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kevinmd.com — “Because I meet the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) case definition, I've been given the diagnosis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS).View full resource at kevinmd.com

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Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia

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Abnormalities in Adolescent Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms & Treatments

naturalchoice.net — “Sick or unmotivated? Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has its controversies. After decades of research, it remains a mystery to patients and doctors. While the prognosis for recovery is still uncertain, there are ways to manage the symptoms.View full resource at naturalchoice.net

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Dr. Kalman’s area of expertise involves, but is not limited to, Arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee, shoulder and elbow.

He is trained in ultrasound guided injections and PRP (platelet rich plasma) to help recovery from injury.

He has lectured nationally and is published in peer reviewed journals.

He  is an Associate Master Instructor for arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee and shoulder at the Orthopaedic Learning Center in Rosemont, Illinois for the Arthrosopy Association of North America. 

Sports Medicine consultant for the University of Delaware and local high schools.

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Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Medbroadcast

medbroadcast.com — “Chronic fatigue syndrome was once a disorder that was not well understood in the past, but times have since changed. Learn more about this condition, what the medical community is doing to improve awareness, how to cope with the symptoms, and where to get support. Living with this disorder does not have to be a lonely journey.View full resource at medbroadcast.com

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Virus unlikely to cause chronic fatigue syndrome: http://bit.ly/9w7KdX + more CFS info http://bit.ly/aqH5jD

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