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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

What is myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)?

Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a serious, long-term illness that affects many body systems. Another name for it is chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). ME/CFS can often make you unable to do your usual activities. Sometimes you may not even be able to get out of bed.

What causes myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)?

Researchers don't yet know what causes ME/CFS. There may be more than one potential cause. It is also possible that two or more triggers might work together to cause the illness.

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  1. Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (National Library of Medicine)  
    What is myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)? Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a serious, long-term illness that affects many body ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/...ephalomyelitischronicfatiguesyndrome.html - Health Topics
  2. Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) 
    Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a long-term illness that affects many body systems. People with this illness are ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001244.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Chronic fatigue syndrome - resources 
    The following organizations provide information on chronic fatigue syndrome : Solve ME/CFS Initiative -- solvecfs.org US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -- www.cdc.gov/me-cfs/about/index.html ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002168.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. SERPINA6 gene 
    ... with an increased risk of developing myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). This condition involves prolonged episodes ... gene polymorphisms: clinical implications and links to idiopathic chronic fatigue disorders. Clin Endocrinol (Oxf). 2007 Aug;67(2): ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/serpina6 - Genetics
  5. Corticosteroid-binding globulin deficiency 
    ... deficiency also have a condition called myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). The features of ME/CFS ... SERPINA6 gene mutation may have symptoms such as fatigue or chronic pain. Alternatively, individuals with two SERPINA6 gene mutations ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/...orticosteroid-binding-globulin-deficiency - Genetics
  6. Resources 
    ... palsy - resources Celiac disease - resources Child abuse - resources Chronic fatigue syndrome - resources Chronic pain - resources Cleft palate - resources ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002150.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Fatigue 
    ... medicines, sleeping pills, steroids, and diuretics (water pills). Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition in which symptoms ... and drug use. If you have long-term (chronic) pain or depression, ... fatigue. Be aware that some antidepressant medicines may cause ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003088.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Fatigue (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... is part of a disorder called myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). The fatigue caused by this ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/fatigue.html - Health Topics
  9. Fibromyalgia 
    ... term (chronic) neck or back pain Long-term (chronic) fatigue syndrome Depression Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Lyme disease Sleep ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000427.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Post-COVID Conditions (Long COVID) (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... those of other conditions, such as myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). Most people's symptoms slowly improve ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/postcovidconditionslongcovid.html - Health Topics
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