Monthly Archives: July 2014

Joint hypermobility and autonomic hyperactivity common in CFS, IBS, FM etc.

Abstract Objective To test the hypothesis that Joint hypermobility and autonomic dysfunction are over-expressed within neurodevelopmental disorders. Joint hypermobility is a widespread poorly recognized connective tissue condition with affected individuals overrepresented among panic and anxiety disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia, … Continue reading

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DWP visit benefits claimants unnanounced

Benefits & Work July newsletter reports: An unexpected knock at the door. Someone standing there with an ID card claiming they have come to check if you are getting the correct benefits and could they please come in? What do … Continue reading

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Human herpesvirus 6 and the nervous system

Human herpesvirus (HHV)-6 is a β-herpesvirus that infects most infants by 2 years of age and persists in a variety of host cells after primary infection, with intermittent reactivation typically during periods of immunosuppression. HHV-6 has two closely related species, … Continue reading

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DSQ is valid tool for assessing symptoms in ME/CFS

Abstract Background: The diagnosis of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is complex and largely based on self-reported symptom profiles. The field lacks consensus for a singular case definition and heterogeneous samples make comparability across studies difficult. Purpose: The present study … Continue reading

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Cognitive performance affected by poor muscle function in CFS & FM

Abstract BACKGROUND: Both good physical and cognitive functioning have a positive influence on the execution of activities of daily living. Patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) as well as patients with fibromyalgia have marked cognitive deficits. Furthermore, a good physical … Continue reading

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Why ineffective psychotherapies appear to work

Article abstract: The past 40 years have generated numerous insights regarding errors in human reasoning. Arguably, clinical practice is the domain of applied psychology in which acknowledging and mitigating these errors is most crucial. We address one such set of errors … Continue reading

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Child abuse allegations in ME unfounded

Abstract There is no cure for ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). In its absence, management regimes are prescribed, typically based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and graded exercise therapy (GET). In the case of children this may involve the application of Child … Continue reading

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Methylation may have role in immunological changes in CFS/ME

Abstract Objective: Methylation is known to regulate biological processes and alterations in methylation patterns have been associated with a variety of diseases. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is an unexplained disorder associated with immunological and molecular changes. CD4+T cells specifically, … Continue reading

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NHS service provision for severe ME/CFS in England

Abstract Background: Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), in its most severe clinical presentation, can result in patients becoming housebound and bedbound so unable to access most available specialist services. This presents particular clinical risks and treatment needs for which the … Continue reading

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Wrexham ME support 7 Aug 2014

You are invited to the first get-together for people with ME in the Wrexham area. Meet for tea/coffee and a chat on Thursday 7th August 2014 at 2.30pm at the Riverside Restaurant at Wrexham Maelor Hospital.

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