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According to the CFIDS Foundation, about 500,000 adults in the United States (0.3% of the population) have CFS
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Can chronic fatigue syndrome be related to undiagnosed hypothyroidism?
yes. but hypothyroidism has many other clinical manifestations than just fatigue.
Does extreme fatigue cause eye pain?
One of the many signs of chronic fatigue syndrome is eye pain, dry eyes, light sensitivity, and blurred vision. If you are experiencing eye pain you may have extreme fatigue syndrome.
Where can one find more information about fatigue syndrome?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) causes persistent fatigue that affects everyday life and doesn't go away with sleep or rest. There are many medical websites available which can provide additional information such as the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Is diabetes worse than chronic fatigue syndrome?
It depends how you look at it. Someone with diabeties can live their life and do activites and go to school like a normal person. They just have to watch certain things. Chronic Fatigue causes many many many symptoms and troubles. ALmost everyone who has it has to quit work or cant go to school. In my opinion, diabites doesnt stop you from doing what you want but chronic fatigue syndrome can just tear your like apart. ( like it has done to mine.)
What causes chronic fatigue syndrome also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis or CFS-ME?
There are too many things that ME could stand for so we can't answer this question.
Does sleep help Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Many people with CFS feel just as tired after a full night's sleep as before they went to bed
What syndrome is the chronic disorder of unknown cause characterized by tender points and fatigue?
There are many answers possible for this vague question, however, you may be thinking of fibromyalgia.
Why does Chronic fatigue syndrome have so many names?
CFS has so many names because researchers have been unable to find out exactly what causes it and because there are many similar, overlapping conditions
When one is tired all the time what can this be a symptom of?
Being tired all the time can be a symptom of many different conditions. Most commonly, fatigue is caused by stress, restless legs, depression, anemia, chronic fatigue syndrome, or sleep apnea. Consult a doctor if the fatigue is an ongoing medical concern.
How does chronic fatigue syndrome affect the life of a child?
My sister is 12 years old and diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome. It is terrible, she misses many many days of school, and nothing makes her feel better. she has been tested for, i dont even know how many, viruses, diseasies, etc. All negative. She has been on many medication none that seem to be working. She is becoming depressed, too. She is overwhlemed with school work after being absent. She is now using crutches because one of her main symptoms is leg pain and weakness. She doesnt have enough energy to walk, and crutches help her not have to use that energy of her legs. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is terrible for a child. Hopefully there will soon be a cure or people can find something that work to make themselves feel better. Certain medications or treatments ( such as yoga) work for some people.
What is PWD categories?
PED stands for People With Disability. Some of the disability categories are: autism, bipolar, chronic fatigue syndrome, physical disabilities, and many more. For a complete list of the categories, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Lists_of_people_with_disabilities
Fatigue is also a syndrome?
A "syndrome" medically speaking is a group of symptons that indicate the presence of a particular condition or illness. Since "fatigue" is a particular sympton, it would not be considered a syndrome in itself, but could be a part of many different syndromes. A flu syndrome, for instance, might include fatigue, chest pain, headache and non-productive cough, with high fever.
