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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Facts
CFS, also known as M.E. is very challenging for the sufferer as well as friends and family. Learn more about the illness and discover 5 practical ways to help.
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Can CFS/ME Be Cured?
Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a chronic condition, but curable in some cases. The future is likely to bring even better cures.
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CFS/FMS and the Family
Although many people with CFS/FMS may improve overtime, many do not recover. Learn ways how these illness cause stresses in family relationships and ways to cope with it.
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CFS or Depression?
Chronic fatigue syndrome and depression have overlapping symptoms. So how do you tell them apart?
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Trademarks of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Beyond the basis definition and symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, there are trademarks of this illness.
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CFS/ME and Adrenal Problems
Adrenal insufficiency/low cortisol may cause some of the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis.
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Anticonvulsants, CFS/ME and FM
Pregabalin (Lyrica), gabapentin (Neurontin) and other anticonvulsants are used to treat chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and fibromyalgia.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Nutrition
Nutrition is one possible way to relieve symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Certain vitamins and minerals that are associated with immune system health can help CFS.
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NMDA antagonists, CFS/ME and FM
NMDA receptor antagonists are used in the treatment of neurological illnesses and chronic pain. They may also help CFS/ME and fibromyalgia.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and the Alexander Technique
The Alexander Technique can be of great benefit to sufferers of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. This article explains these benefits.
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BORN TIRED
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Children
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, sometimes called yuppie flu, is a real disorder but it is difficult to diagnose. Headaches may be a major symptom.
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What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
A basic overview of what is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms as well as a case defination by the Centers by Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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CFS and Stress
Research is revealing more about the roles stress and anxiety play in CFS. Could anxiety be both a cause and a symptom? Understanding how it works can help relieve it.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms
Though tiredness and unrefreshing sleep are the hallmark signs of CFS, common complaints such as sore throat and headaches are also symptoms.
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CFS and Your Doctor
Whether you are trying to find a diagnosis or trying to receive medical treatment, finding a doctor that is able to work with you throughout your illness is essential.
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The Value of Support Part 1
Support groups can affect the way you deal with your illness, newly diagnosed, or long-term sufferer. I interviewed two webmasters with this in mind. Both are Chronic Fatigue Syndrome patients. This is a multi-part article.
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CFS and Sleep
One of the most common symptoms of Chronic fatigue syndrome are sleeping disorders. Persons with CFS often experience unrefreshed sleep, inability to sleep (insomnia) and or poor sleep.
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The Value of Support Part 2
This is the second in a series of articles about the value that can be found in support groups for patients of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
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21st Century Plague -- Part II
The modern-day grim reaper revealed! The cause of today's mysterious, widespread, and little-known illness may be less sinister and more frightful than you imagined. Follow the story and discover the results of a long investigation.
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Faces of Fibro: Stories of Tragedy and Triumph - Part 2
Conclusion of interview with Faces of Fibro compilation editor, Deanna Couras Goodson.
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You Get What You Pay For
...unless you are Congress and someone decides to spend the money elsewhere. Read about the CDC and the recent misuse of fundings for specific disease research.
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Causes of Chronic Fatigue
Chronic fatigue is a symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis, but there are many other possible causes as well.
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What's Causing my Depression and Fatigue?
Chronic Fatigue and Chronic Depression are absolutely systemic in our society today. Recent studies done by the AMA and CMA purport one in four people in North America are suffering from some form of chronic fatigue or depression and it’s expected eight out of ten of us will experience similar afflictions in our lifetime. But numbers like these don’t speak to the cause and only tell half the story.
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Loss of Financial Security
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has cost people their financial freedom. Physical and mental incapacity can cause people with CFS to lose their jobs or be forced to reduce work hours.
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The Value of Support Part 3
Interview with Matthew Hogg of www.ei-resource.org covering important aspects of support. Tips for beginning a group, and ways to get started after joining a group.
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Mind Matters
What is the mind-body connection in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Our daily lives affect our minds and our ability to ward off illness. There is a connection between stress and CFS.
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"For All Appearances"
This heartfelt essay is by another lupie friend. Her words touched me deeply, and I think that most of us can relate to them. Sometimes, appearances can guide you to what's going on inside a person. Sometimes, we have to look harder to find the beauty that we all possess.
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Faces of Fibro: Interview with Deanna Couras Goodson
An interview with Deanna Couras Goodson who's inspirational Ebook, "Faces of Fibro: Stories of Tragegy and Triumph", is a compilation of personal stories written by Fibro and CFS survivors.
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Hope for the Helpless!
"One might think that because I am a Chronic Fatigue Survivor, caring for others battling this insidious disease, would be easy. Sadly, that is not the case!" Paul Shearstone...
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The Morphology of Red Blood Cells an Etiology of Tissue Hypoxia?
Inflexible red blood cells could be one the contributing factor in restriction of blood flow in the micro-vascular system. The other is vasoconstriction. Normally, the red blood cells are disc shaped and quite flexible. In the case that the red blood cells are not flexable - the pateint is at risk for reduced blood flow and all of the ramifactions that pertain.
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What is Fibromyalgia?
A basic overview of what is Fibromylagia. Includes a list of characteristics by The American College of Rheumatology.
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NADH - The newest fad, or the newest miracle drug?
In the field of alternate medicine, hundreds of products are sold offering cllaims of remarkable cures. Every so ofte, however, one comes along that can back its claims. Can NADH be one of those?
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Fibromyalgia: The Invisible Disease
Overview: An introduction, covering the basics of Fibromyalgia, introduces terminology, definition (what it is and what it is not), major signs and symptoms, diagnosis, history, and prevalence (affected populations). My intention is to provide a basis for future, indepth articles that will cover all the various aspects of Fibromyalgia.
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Body Image and Lupus
How we view our bodies affects how we act, how we deal with events and people in our everyday lives, our self-esteem, and our self-respect. How does lupus affect our body image? Come and see!
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In Highest Regards
The Lyme Disease community has never before benefited from a conference as the one held on May 7, 2005. The true researchers and humanitarians were in full force and giving the details of their findings with regards to LD, MS, Parkinson's, ALS, CFS, and more.
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Summer With Flair, Not Flare!
Summer is almost here! Here are some tricks and tips to make your summer a fun and flare-free time!
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The 'Big, Bad' Wolf
Having trouble keeping fit? Is lupus making it hard for you to maintain a healthy body? Don't let the "Big, Bad Wolf" get you down!
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Tips for daily living
For those living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia, limitations on daily routines are imposed by these illnesses. Simple tasks to healthy persons can cause great fatigue for those with CFS and FMS. Here are some tips to help pace yourself and minimize wasted energy.
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Fats and Depression
Essential fatty acids have been found to be important to healthy brain functions and their deficiency to be a factor in depression, Alzheimers and other mental disorders.
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Urinary Frequency
Frequent urination is a distressing symptom, but often people are too embarrassed to discuss it, even with their doctors. Luckily bladder problems are usually treatable.
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Fibromyalgia and Fatigue
The fatigue of fibromyalgia.
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MS Site Reviews
Site Review of 3 new MS websites--RemedyFind.com, MedGrasp.com, and MSActiveSource.com--that enlighten us in a unique way, and fill gaps of information in the MS online community.
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Brain Pain and Mycoplasma A Mediator of The PNS Neuropathies
A description of an article on the discovery of the cells in the brain that are conjectured to control pain. A collection of articles and commentary about the recent possibility that mycoplasma organisms could be the root of the PNS neuropathies. Mycoplasma organisms are virus sized bacteria that must live within the cells of the host.
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Ellesmere Island
A little move away from Alaska for the time being. Something about and part of my own Country - Ellesmere Island.
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Household Helps for Disabilities; Invisible and Visible
Some household helps for those with disabilities - Fragrance-Free alternatives, ergonomic products and ways to conserve energy.
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Dysautonomia
Disorders of dysautonomia include familial and autoimmune disorders that interfere with the normal function of the autonomic nervous system.
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Health Care Is Under Attack
Patients and research are pressing for change in the practice of medicine.
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