
ME/CFS Basics | ME/CFS | CDC
May 10, 2024 · Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a serious and often long-lasting illness that keeps people from doing their usual activities. It makes physical and mental …
Symptoms of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
May 10, 2024 · Most people with ME/CFS have trouble thinking quickly, remembering things, and paying attention to details. People with ME/CFS often say they have “brain fog” to describe this problem.
Clinical Overview of ME/CFS | ME/CFS | CDC
May 10, 2024 · Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a chronic, life-altering disease affecting many organ systems. It goes well beyond "being tired" and profoundly impacts …
Diagnosing ME/CFS | ME/CFS | CDC
May 13, 2024 · You can read more about how healthcare providers diagnose ME/CFS in the 2015 Institute of Medicine report on ME/CFS. This report includes the symptoms you must have to be …
Fast Facts: ME/CFS | ME/CFS | CDC
May 30, 2024 · The cause of ME/CFS is unknown, and there is no specific test to diagnose ME/CFS. Instead, healthcare providers can use diagnostic criteria developed in 2015 by the Institute of …
Manage Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
May 10, 2024 · People with ME/CFS, their families, and healthcare providers need to work together to decide which symptom causes the most problems. This should be treated first. Before starting a …
What Causes ME/CFS Causes | ME/CFS | CDC
May 10, 2024 · Scientists don't yet know what causes myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). The disease may have more than one cause or environmental factor that …
What Is ME/CFS? Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a complex, chronic, debilitating disease associated with multiple pathophysiological changes that affect multiple systems.
You may experience some additional symptoms. Only a healthcare provider can diagnose ME/CFS. A healthcare provider will ask about how often your symptoms occur and how much they affect you. …
IOM 2015 Diagnostic Criteria | ME/CFS | CDC
May 10, 2024 · In 2015, the I nstitute of Medicine published diagnostic criteria for ME/CFS in adults and children. The criteria state that three required symptoms and at least one of two additional symptoms …