The Search For The Causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
March 13, 2010 by Brenlee Place
Filed under Fibromyalgia
For years, researchers struggled to find clear-cut chronic fatigue syndrome causes. Perhaps it was just a convergence of factors, they surmised. It could be part genetics, brain abnormality, hyper-reactive immune system, a virus, infection and psychiatric illness. Scientists had a feeling this tiredness syndrome came about as a result of a moderate-to-serious physical illness or a chronic viral infection that left residual effects within the body. Perhaps depression helped perpetuate some of the symptoms for an extended period of time.
What Are The Symptoms Of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
February 25, 2010 by Brenlee Place
Filed under Fibromyalgia
Most diseases have tests that help doctors reach conclusions and make diagnoses. However, chronic fatigue symptoms often masquerade as other illnesses or disorders, so it’s harder to pinpoint it right away. As well, there are no real tests that decisively say “Yes, you have XMRV chronic fatigue.” Instead, doctors look at the list of symptoms for CFS and see if they can check off at least four items, such as fatigue, post-exertion malaise, inability to get nights of refreshing sleep, sore throat, headaches, muscular pain, joint pain and tender lymph nodes.
Learn To Recognize The Signs And Symptoms Of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
February 11, 2010 by Brenlee Place
Filed under Fibromyalgia
In 1982, a 21-year-old North Hollywood ballerina named Cynthia Toussaint developed her first chronic fatigue symptom following a hamstring injury. She described her pain as “being doused with gasoline and lit on fire.” Muscle spasms contracted her right arm and leg, folding her limbs up and making her feel constantly fatigued. She had trouble keeping her eyes open and frequently fell asleep in chairs. “I was bedridden for a decade and could barely crawl to go to the toilet,” she told www.ABCNews.com. “They said it was in my head — that I had stage fright or tendonitis from Mars. People said I was making it up.” Eventually she was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue: Common Symptoms
January 22, 2010 by Brenlee Place
Filed under Fibromyalgia
There has been some discussion in recent years that severe fibromyalgia and fatigue syndromes are actually the same medical condition. Nearly all fibromyalgia sufferers also report having chronic fatigue (CF) and/or sleeping disorders, for example. In patients who meet the definition of chronic fatigue syndrome, a good portion of them experience tenderness in the joints or muscles, as well as headaches. Both syndromes affect primarily women between the ages of 20-50. Since the root causes are so elusive, patients of either syndrome often join forces to find constructive treatments.
What’s the Latest on Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
December 28, 2009 by Brenlee Place
Filed under Fibromyalgia
“The cause or causes of chronic fatigue syndrome remain unknown, despite a vigorous search,” writes the Centers for Disease Control. It’s still plausible that the symptoms result from a combination of factors, including genetic, environmental, stresses and toxins. Currently, it’s believed up to one million Americans suffer from CF symptoms. The only way they can be diagnosed is through a careful assessment of their symptoms and by ruling out other serious illnesses or diseases.
How To Conquer Chronic Fatigue Syndrome And Fibromyalgia
December 26, 2009 by Anju Mathur, MD
Filed under Fibromyalgia
People who were happy, healthy and vital experience chronic symptoms that put an end to their activity. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome seems to take all your energy away and it often lasts for years.
