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

kidshealth.org — “More than a million people in the United States have chronic fatigue syndrome, a condition that makes it difficult to perform everyday tasks. Read more about CFS.View full resource at kidshealth.org

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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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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Diagnosis

healthcentral.com — “Because the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome closely resemble several other illnesses, it is important that doctors run tests to rule them out. Find out about conditions similar to or that may occur with CFS.View full resource at healthcentral.com

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@sayhitoemma Have you seen a doc for CFS diagnosis? http://t.co/SyUGDVWC And yes, I do like ATL - check out The Wonder Years as well.

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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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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatment

healthcentral.com — “Learn about the various methods used to treat chonic fatigue syndrome, including medication, exercise, and lifestyle changes.View full resource at healthcentral.com

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@leelaolivia Sorry to hear you're not feeling well! Are you taking anything for the CFS? Treatment for CFS http://t.co/UNM2CuQ7

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huffingtonpost.com — “Nearly three decades have passed since the debate began about a series of symptoms that have come to be known as chronic fatigue syndrome. Its cause is still unknown, but over the years, researchers have identified various brain, immune system and energy metabolism irregularities involved.View full resource at huffingtonpost.com

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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.

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An apology to patients with chronic fatigue syndrome

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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