Articles related to "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome"



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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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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What Is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as ME is a far more than just being tired all the time. The symptoms for can manifest completely differently in two people.
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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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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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Autoimmune Endometriosis
In 1984, researchers at the Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York first suspected the autoimmune nature of endometriosis. Confirmation came in 2008.
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Basics of CFS/ME
There are many misconceptions about chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), even though it is one of the most common neurological illnesses.
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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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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has become a subject of great controversy, yet continues to afflict numerous women. This article goes into the symptoms and offers some suggestions for possible improvement. It also touchs on some help for Fibromyalgia sufferers, with additional information in next week's article.
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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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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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Exhaustion
Exhaustion can be a sign that something is physically or emotionally wrong. When exhaustion begins taking a hold on one's life, it may be time to investigate its cause.
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Living With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is long-term tiredness (fatigue) that doesn't go away with sleep or rest, affecting all areas of life.
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PBC and Fibromyalgia - Connected Illnesses?
PBC and Fibromyalgia can sometimes go hand-in-hand with one another. Are these illnesses more alike than we know?
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Reviving the Broken Marionette
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis is one of the most common neurological illnesses and yet one of the most misunderstood.
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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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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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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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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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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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Differences between CFS/ME and Fibromyalgia
There is no full consensus whether fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) are the same thing, but does it even matter?
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"Why Won't My Doctor Believe Me?"
So often, lupus patients' cries for help go unanswered by those who have vowed to help. Why don't doctors listen to their patients?
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Causes of Chronic Fatigue
Complex health problems like chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia may be caused by nutritional deficiency, allergies, bacteria, low thyroid, environmental toxins or mold.
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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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First Gulf War Health Problems
Studies show that exposure to environmental toxins encountered by soldiers in the first Persian Gulf War is associated with chronic neurological and autoimmune diseases.
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Fulvic Acid for Heavy Metal Detox
Heavy metals interfere with major organs in your body's ability to function. Here's an easy and convenient way to detoxify on your schedule.
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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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Introducing the Coping With Hypothyroidism Course
Coping with Hypothyroidism is not always so easy. My course, at Suite University, tries to make it as simple as possible so that you can live well with this chronic condition.
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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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Primary Atypical Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lungs usually caused by a bacteria or virus. Respiratory infection from bacteria-like Mycoplasma causes atypically mild symptoms.
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Sharing our Stories
Sharing our stories of fibromyalgia, and discovering others who feel as we do. Finding friends online, and exploring a unique group of women, The Diva's of the Net.
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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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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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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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Who Is Dottie Clark?
A brief look at the life and career of Dottie Clark, a creator of astonishingly real one-of-a-kind dolls.
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Invisible Illness Week
September 14th-20th 2009 is the National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week. But what are invisible illnesses and why should you care?
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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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10 Ways to Fight Fatigue
Millions of people have barely enough energy to get through the day, much less pursue their dreams & goals! Here's 10 ways to fight fatigue & feel energized all day long.
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7 Proven Fatigue Fighters
Fatigue zaps the passion for life out of millions of adults daily. By identifying the source of the energy drain, an energetic and productive life can return.
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Anticonvulsants, CFS/ME and Fibromyalgia
Pregabalin (Lyrica), gabapentin (Neurontin) and other anticonvulsants are used to treat chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and fibromyalgia.
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Benefits of 5-HTP for Fibromyalgia
The herbal supplement 5-HTP has a number of health benefits, and is proving to be hugely beneficial for those suffering from fibromyalgia.
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Causes of Chronic Fatigue
Chronic fatigue is a symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), but there are many other possible causes as well.
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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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CoenzymeQ10: What's so Great About it?
CoQ10 is a naturally occurring compound found in every cell in the body. What do we know about CoQ10 and who should be taking it as a dietary supplement?
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From the Mailbag!

How To Know if One has Chronic Fatigue
Chronic fatigue syndrome was once thought to be fictional. Now it is seen as a serious condition though the ideal course of treatment has not been determined.
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IC: Related Disorders
IC patients often develop additional chronic conditions.
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Macho Women
Why isn't "machisma" a real word? Why don't women admit when they need pain relief?
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More Helpful Healing Herbs: HAWTHORN to MILK THISTLE
The herbs included in this section, from Hawthorne to Milk Thistle, are fascinating and offer great aid to overall good health. The world of alternative medicine, which is the use of herbal treatments and remedies is full of helpful and beneficial information. There are numerous supplements and treatments which can prolong and enhance life. They're certainly worth a try and this information should constantly reinforce our will to "never give up!"
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