Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, CFS, CFIDS

Chronic fatigue syndrome or CFS is more commonly a term given to disorders that are characterized by a persistent fatigue that is unrelated to exertion and is not relieved by rest. Many have pondered as to the cause of this disorder and come out empty handed. It is believed that the Epstein Barr virus is the cause behind CFS but no one has been able to confirm the claim up to date. it is said that Epstein Barr virus is capable of causing fever, heart problems and swollen glands and could... Read Full Story

it goes without saying that CFS is one of the weird types of disorders ever. The fact that CFS comes with many symptoms that are combined and intertwined makes it difficult for anyone to diagnose CFS. Among the most frequently asked questions about chronic fatigue syndrome is what causes it. As mysterious as it is the nature of chronic fatigue syndrome and its behavior models are still a mystery to many physicians and scientists alike. Therefore, to answer in simple, the cause of chronic... Read Full Story

Have your muscles and joints been aching lately? Do you feel exhausted very often? Often, these signs are related to oversleeping or simply being lazy. There could be a new explanation of for these feelings; chronic fatigue syndrome. Although unheard of, most people suffer from this after suffering from the flu. Other signs of this includes headaches, slight memory loss and sore throats. Read Full Story

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition wherein people experience a great deal of fatigue and weakness, making it difficult to perform even the simplest tasks, such as eating, dressing or walking. Although this disease has been around since 1700 with a different medical name, many doctors doubted its existence and regarded it as a psychological condition. However, medical studies have confirmed that chronic fatigue syndrome is indeed a physical illness, which is not yet fully... Read Full Story

What exactly is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome one might ask? Well it is an rising illness that is characterized by the body becoming run down over time that no amount of rest can help it restore the previous energy levels. The common symptoms are the inability to concentrate, low mental and physical energy levels, flu-like headaches, insomnia, pale complexion, digestive problems, muscle pain and stiffness, the body’s slow healing process and recovering past energy levels.Although each case may be... Read Full Story

Ever wondered why Yoga is recommended to people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and M.E.? Many people with CFS are told that they should attempt graded exercise. Walking short distances each day is a great way to ‘exercise’ - even if it is just to the other side of the room, then building up to the length of the garden. Another great way to ‘exercise’ is Yoga . Yoga offers physical and mental wellbeing, and it leaves you energised, where most other forms of physical activity leave you... Read Full Story

The most common name given to disorders characterized by constant fatigue that is unrelated to exertion and not significantly relived by rest is known as chronic fatigue syndrome.The cause and origin of chronic fatigue syndrome is not known at present although majority of the cases start unexpectedly accompanied with flu like illness whilst other cases begin within several months of severe adverse stress. Some people tend to find relief with prescription drugs although there are alternative... Read Full Story

Fatigue can be described as an extreme tiredness condition . The condition where you constantly getting tired even though after taking proper rest or sleep. This has become a very common problem among today modern people. High-pressure stressful life has created many unnatural disease and illness that we have never seen before throughout human history. 1. Several Alternatives Basically, there are two alternatives to cure chronic fatigue: medical treatment and natural chronic fatigue... Read Full Story

Have you been feeling tired lately and don’t know why? There could be a reason that you haven’t considered. Keep reading and find out what chronic fatigue syndrome is all about. Chronic fatigue syndrome is a disease that is characterized by a feeling of extreme tiredness that doesn’t improve after resting. It’s as if you had your eyes closed but were awake the entire time. This disease is very distressing because there is no one way to diagnose it and many are reluctant to believe that... Read Full Story

A CLOSER LOOK/RELATED STORIES What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? It is an illness that is estimated to affect more than 1 million people in the United States and 17 million worldwide. What are the symptoms? Extreme exhaustion that lasts more than six months; impaired memory or inability to concentrate; joint pain; persistent muscle pain; headaches, and tender lymph nodes and a sore throat. Women are three times more likely to be affected with CFS than men. How is it diagnosed... Read Full Story