#chronic fatigue syndrome treatment

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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS): Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is a complex and debilitating condition characterized by extreme fatigue that does not improve with rest and is not caused by any underlying medical condition. The exact cause of CFS/ME is still not fully understood, and there is no specific diagnostic test for the condition. Symptoms of…

[gutnutrition]

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatment - Chronic health conditions management. Personalized Support, Nutritional Strategies and Professional Education and Guidance.

[lil-gremlin-gal]

People when you say you have chronic fatigue: "We're ALL tired, sweetie!! That's just life!! Haha!!"

Meanwhile I just said, out loud, to my partner: "I'd love to be eating, but I just don't have that kind of energy" 🙃

[ryegarden]

little PSA for anyone struggling with undiagnosed fatigue or long term fatigue without a visible cause - if you've found similarity with conditions like POTS, fibromyalgia, or chronic fatigue, or if you have chronic pain, heavy menstruation, difficulty focusing/brain fog, memory and concentration issues, intolerance to exercise and/or an abnormally fast heartrate/heart palpitations. Get your ferritin levels checked 👍 because it might be non-anaemic iron deficiency! It's only fairly recently that scientists/doctors have seen and taken note that low ferritin (carrier of iron in your blood), even if you have normal iron levels, can cause serious health issues often misdiagnosed. It's treatable with high level iron supplements!!!

Guidelines (at least in the UK) state that normal levels are 5-204ug/L but in reality, anything below 100ug/L can lead to really awful symptoms like those described above. It's more common in people who menstruate, especially if you have heavy periods (also other types of blood loss like blood donation or gastrointestinal issues), as well as people who are vegetarian, and consume a lot of products that inhibit iron absorption (such as tea, coffee, cow milk, and egg yolks) or have a condition that impairs iron absorption such as coeliac.

I normally don't make posts like this but I have had these issues for the past eight years and only just found that this might be the source. It's underdiagnosed and thus undertreated, and so maybe the knowledge will help someone else out too 👍

[barely-gettin-bi]

sick and tired of being sick and tired

[kuraikon]

I'm so unsure of what to do. The clinic I'm going to to get stationary treatment finally called. I'm happy but also really overwhelmed, I don't know what to expect and I just hate that in general. So maybe here are some of you who can relate or even help und write about there first days.

But there is also another thing on my mind, now that I've got my ADHD diagnosis. I also think that I've might have autism too, I have a whole word document full of tests that I've made and symptoms I've collected over years of researching. Now I'm thinking maybe when the vibe is right with my therapist there I could talk to him about it and even get a diagnosis. But imposter syndrome is kicking. Did some of you experienced something like that and could give an advice? I'm just so overwhelmed and unsure of what I should do and I like to be prepared...

[exhaustedbunnytm]

I fought so hard…for this?

I fought so hard to just survive and keep myself alive for over 12 years, made it through everything thrown at me over and over. Dragging myself through the hurt, the trauma, the ptsd, the mental illnesses the CVS, the programs, doing all the work to feel better for years and years and years, finally starting to see my goals and feeling balanced and almost happy, and then….my body starts to fail, and a new hell of chronic fatigue and pain hits. Doctor after doctor, ruling out all the things it could be. I will never be able to go back to how i felt before.

I feel like I fought all this time for nothing… I cant enjoy the fruits of my labor. The loss of my mobility and strength in my hands is devastating, I am a young artist just starting in my career for fucks sake. It hurts to just exist.

I was told by everyone to push myself, to push through, that it will all be worth it. But did I push too hard? I keep taking more and more off my plate, removing stressors out of my life, I eat nutritional meals. I got myself out of the traumatic situations. I put in the work. I was just starting to feel better. How could my body just give out like this. I just wanted to live, I am damaged enough…

I am trying to stay positive, find the small things that I can do that bring me joy. I try to create new routines and adjust to my new normal. My art process has shriveled and died, I am trying to find ways to make my work without unbearable pain. I am still putting in the work and trying to survive.

I am just so exhausted all the time… There is no battery recharging, just sinking deeper into exhaustion. I feel like every day is harder and harder. I fear deteriorating more and I can already feel it happening. Hopelessness is a tiny voice whispering in my ear and I am trying not to listen. I fear the impact this already started having on my chronically ill partner. I fear my reliance and the negative effect my ADHD stimulant has on me. I can not function without taking it.

I never thought I would live past 14, I made it to my mid 20s. Making it, surviving, overcoming the odds was supposed to be worth it, it was supposed to feel worth it, and all I feel is exhausted, pain, and angry.

~ Bunny

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Long COVID was an avoidable tragedy. Some of us saw it coming

Long COVID was an avoidable tragedy. Some of us saw it coming

September 15, 2022 – It should have been the start of a new understanding of a debilitating disease. In May 2017, I was patient No. 4 in a group of 20 who participated in an in-depth and intensive study at the National Institutes of Health to uncover the root causes of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome, a disease that causes extreme exhaustion, difficulty sleeping and pain. ,…

[alostlittleriverlotus]

See, I thought about guilting myself over my brothers working and me not.

Then I remembered that I had a bad sinus infection cause of my allergies and now I'm having bad period cramps that genuinely feel like my insides are being pulled apart and twisted all kinds of ways.

And I also remember that they don't have chronic pain or fatigue like I do and don't get tired from just existing.

And I think about how my mom is probably gonna push me to work and honestly, I might as well just describe my pain to her.

I used to try to put it nicely, but no. This pain is agonizing and makes me wish I was dead all the time. It hurts and I can barely leave my bed to go get my food. I'm living on Advil and a heating pad. That should be reason enough and I'm not gonna guilt myself over it cause other people that work don't have to deal with this kind of stuff.

And you know the fact that it's period cramps mixed with stomach/gas cramps cause my IBS decides to kill me and I was a dumb dumb and decided to have pizza for supper which is a literal trigger for my IBS. So fun.

[nutribliss]

Leaky Gut Syndrome: Separating Fact from Fiction

In the vast realm of gut health information, "leaky gut syndrome" has become a popular buzzword. But what exactly is it, and is the hype real? Let's delve into the science behind leaky gut.

In the vast realm of gut health information, “leaky gut syndrome” has become a popular buzzword. But what exactly is it, and is the hype real? Let’s delve into the science behind leaky gut and explore how to maintain a healthy gut for optimal well-being. What is Leaky Gut Syndrome? Leaky gut syndrome, also known as increased intestinal permeability, is a proposed condition where the tight…

[affectionatepanda]

Had a successful rheumatology appointment! Finally getting a refill on a medication that was really helping my pain, plus some none medication recommendations to help alongside it. Plus something that will hopefully help with my fatigue. Feeling very hopeful.

[readbetweenthelyme]

Almost Winter Break

In my head, I’ve written several blog posts. They just never made it to the page so to speak. The new school year started off well! I feel like I haven’t had a minute to spare though. It’s breezing by! Next week is fall semester finals and Winter Break starts next Friday. How is it December already!?! Healthwise, things have been stable. I feel like I made some progress during the summer, and…

[froody]

even if you did the barest minimum research, the Wikipedia page for chronic fatigue syndrome is so sad. it’s like “this is what we diagnose people with when we can’t find anything else wrong with them. but it’s definitely something physical because there are visible neurological changes seen in neuroimaging and weirdness with the immune system. full recovery rates are less than 5%. the most common treatment is CBT which ignores the fact it is a physical illness and tells sick people they’ll get better if they just stop thinking about being sick.”

[expertmarketresearchreport]

Global Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatment Market Report 2023-2031

Increasing awareness of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and the rising prevalence of the condition are expected to drive the growth of the global chronic fatigue syndrome treatment market.

More Information Visit Site: Global Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatment Market

[metalheadsforblacklivesmatter]

Heat Intolerance

This disability pride month I'd like to talk about heat intolerance. Because honestly although it's not the first health issue that presented symptoms in my life. It was the first time I was like "I don't think my body works right".

And honestly given disability pride month is during one of the hottest months in the year. It seems fitting. Especially because there's a lot of disabilities and medications that cause it.

What is heat intolerance?

Simply speaking it's the inability for the body to regulate it's temperatures especially in hot settings to cool itself down.

Why is awareness important?

Because gaslighting people or worse not providing them a place to cool down just because you "feel fine" is extremely fucking dangerous.

What are the medicines that can cause heat intolerance?

Antihistamines (Allergy medications) . Decongestants (Sudafed or any medication that has the D at the end of it). Stimulants (ADHD medications. Steroids. Caffeine.) Beta-blockers (blood pressure medications). Overactive bladder treatment. Psychiatric medications (including but not limited to medications for depression and anxiety). Pain relievers. Antibiotics.

What medical conditions can cause heat intolerance?

EDS (Elhers-Danlos syndrome). Autism. ADHD. Migraines. Brain/spinal-cord injury. Sensory processing disorder. Chronic fatigue syndrome. Endocrin problems. POTS. Menopause. Hypothyroidism. Diabetes. Heart Disease. Multiple sclerosis. Mental health disorders.

What should I do if I suspect I have heat intolerance?

Reduce time outside during hot months. Keep your electrolytes up. Drink plenty of water. Stay out of the sun whenever possible if outside. Be aware of the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Clothes that are best worn for heat intolerance. Loose lightweight breathable fabrics. Natural fibers. Long sleeves that protect from sunburn as sunburns will increase your risk. Light clothes that reflect light. Wide brimmed hats that shade the face and neck.

Cool. So what are those symptoms I'm supposed you be looking for?

Headaches. Excessive fatigue. Mood changes. Muscle cramping or weakness. Nausea/ vomiting. Rapid heartbeat. Excessive sweating or not sweating at all.

When should I do to the doctor?

If you suspect you have heat intolerance you can go to your PCP to discuss what medications you may be on and what you can do about it. Otherwise, please go to the emergency room if you have symptoms of heat stroke.

This is good information and all but why are you making this post?

To raise awareness. Not just for the people that have it but weren't aware of what it was called. But for all of the idiots that tried to gaslight me when I was in school because I was like "I don't think this is normal. Every time we do our mile run outside I vomit all over the place but other kids aren't doing that."

Also because people always blame me for over heating if I wear long sleeves or pants. I always like to take notes from what people in the middle east wear because they literally live in the excessive heat and spend long hours in the excessive heat. Often in clothing that covers most of their body. They've gotta know what they're doing, right?

I have some type of xenophobic comment about why people from the middle east cover up

Shut the fuck up 😊

-fae

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Understanding and Managing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Causes, Treatments, and Prognosis.