Category Archives: Newyddion
The role of the HPA-axis in adolescent CFS
Abstract BACKGROUND: There is accumulating evidence of hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis hypofunction in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). However, knowledge of this hypofunction has so far come exclusively from research in adulthood, and its clinical significance remains unclear. The objective of the … Continue reading
Immune dysregulation in CFS similar to autoimmune disorders
Abstract Perturbations in immune processes are a hallmark of a number of autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is an inflammatory disorder with possible autoimmune correlates, characterized by reduced NK cell activity, elevations in regulatory T cells … Continue reading
Immune dysfunction worse in severe CFS patients
Abstract Objective: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a disabling illness, characterized by persistent, debilitating fatigue and a multitude of symptoms. Immunological alterations are prominent in CFS/ME cases, however little is known about the relationship between CFS/ME severity and the … Continue reading
Adverse effects of antidepressants greater than reported
Abstract Background In the context of rapidly increasing antidepressant (AD) use internationally, and recent reviews raising concerns about efficacy and adverse effects, this study aimed to survey the largest sample of AD recipients to date. Methods An online questionnaire about … Continue reading
healclick.com social network for ALL ages
Correction www.healclick.com is a full-featured social network for all ages (not for 40-and-under patients, as previously reported) with neuro-immune illness (ME/CFS, Chronic Lyme Disease, Fibromyalgia, Atypical MS, MCS, mold illness) It aims to: Connect patients that have the most medical details in common, … Continue reading
Medications cause 70% of dry eyes, mouth etc. in CFS
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a heterogeneous and multisystemic disorder of unknown pathogenesis and etiology. It is characterized by prolonged generalized and abnormal fatigue post-exercise (98%), recurrent headache (90%) and problems of concentration and memory (85%) that have lasted for … Continue reading
Sleep solutions for disabled children: online events 11th, 12th 18th, 19th March
Children need good sleep as much as they need good food. Being tired affects your whole family’s mood, health, learning and behaviour, at school and work. If this sounds like you, don’t suffer alone. This March, get help from Scope’s … Continue reading
State of caring survey 2014
Carers UK’s annual State of Caring survey looks into the impact that caring for ill, frail or disabled relatives can have on carers’ finances, health and ability to live their own lives. By sharing your views and experiences, you can … Continue reading
Arolwg cefnogaeth i ofalwyr Caerdydd a’r Fro
Mae Bwrdd Iechyd Prifysgol Caerdydd a’r Fro, Cyngor Caerdydd a Chyngor Bro Morgannwg yn cydweithio i gael adborth gan ofalwyr sy’n byw yng Nghaerdydd neu Fro Morgannwg, er mwyn deall pa mor dda yr ydym yn eich cefnogi ac er … Continue reading
