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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), also known as Epstein-Barr Disease, is not like normal ups and downs of everyday life. It is a grinding and profound exhaustion; mentally, physically and emotionally. The early sign of this illness is a strong and noticeable fatigue that comes on suddenly and often comes and goes or never stops. One feels too tired to do normal activities or is easily exhausted for no apparent reason. Unlike the mind fog of a serious hangover, to which researchers have compared CFS, the profound weakness of CFS does not go away with a few good nights of sleep. Instead, it slowly and steadily steals your energy and vigor over months, and sometimes years. For many people, CFS begins after a bout with a cold, bronchitis, hepatitis, or an intestinal bug. For some, it follows a bout of infectious mononucleosis, which temporarily saps the energy of many teenagers and young adults. Often, people say their illnesses started during a period of high stress. In others, CFS develops more gradually, with no clear illness or other event starting it. Unlike flu symptoms, which usually go away in a few days or weeks, CFS symptoms either hang on or come and go frequently for more than six months. CFS symptoms include:
CFS sufferers began to be recognized in the early 1980s, with its early victims being mainly well-educated, well-off women in their thirties and forties. Since then, doctors have seen the syndrome in people of all ages, races and social and economic classes from several countries around the world. CFS is diagnosed two to four times more often in women than in men, possibly because of biological, psychological and social influences. Because there is no specific laboratory test or clinical sign for CFS, no one knows how many people this illness affects. CDC estimates, however, that as many as 500,000 people in the United States have a CFS-like condition. The illness, CFS, is named after its primary symptom. 'Syndrome' means a group of symptoms that occur together but can result from different causes. Traditional medicine has not found an effective treatment for CFS. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen may treat symptoms of body aches or fever. Non-sedating antihistamines may help relieve prominent symptoms such as runny nose. The lack of any proven effective medical treatment can be frustrating. It is recommended that one with CFS try to maintain good health by eating a balanced diet, getting adequate rest and exercising regularly. New studies show that hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and graduated exercise programs can greatly help many sufferers. Others are temporarily helped by antidepressants. A variety of therapeutic approaches have been described as benefiting patients with CFS. Since no cause for CFS has been formally identified and the pathophysiology remains unknown in the medical profession, many current treatment programs are directed at relief of symptoms. Too much stress can aggravate symptoms. In general, health care providers advise patients with CFS to pace themselves carefully and encourage them to avoid unusual physical or emotional stress. Other available non-pharmacologic treatments include massage therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic, cranial-sacral, massage and therapeutic touch. These modalities are most effective when combined with patient-generated activity, including aquatic therapy, light exercise and stretching. Some patients may tolerate activities such as yoga and tai chi that require more energy. The Sidman Solution offers a unique hypnotherapy-based approach. It is a powerful method for alleviating the entire problem of CFS and getting your life back. Additional Resources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Contact Us Today to see how we can help you relieve your CFS symptoms.
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