Tag Archives: symptom severity

The effect of curcumin in patients with CFS/ME

Posted on 12/06/2019 by wames

The effect of curcumin in patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis disparate responses in different disease severities, by C (Linda) MC van Campen and Frans C Visser in Pharmacovigil and Pharmacoepi  Vol 2 Issue 1, pages 6, Nov 19, 2019 … Continue reading →

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Physical activity & sleep in CFS & FMS: associations with symptom severity in the general population cohort LifeLines

Posted on 01/07/2019 by wames

Physical activity and Sleep in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Syndrome: associations with symptom severity in the general population cohort LifeLines by Monica L Joustra, Wilma L Zijlema, Judith GM Rosmalen, and Karin AM Janssens in Pain Research and Management, Vol … Continue reading →

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Perceived stress, illness invalidation, and symptom severity in ME/CFS

Posted on 11/22/2016 by wames

Research abstract: Background: Qualitative studies indicate that individuals with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) commonly experience illness invalidation from medical professionals that is often experienced as stressful and may contribute to strained patient-provider relationships, transfers of care, and/or decreased treatment … Continue reading →

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Fluctuations in CFS symptoms affects ability to remember them reliably

Posted on 09/11/2015 by wames

An earlier study by these researchers concluded that time frame, symptom stability, and momentary severity appear to influence reliability in reporting ME/CFS symptoms. These factors must be taken into account, because “[a]ccurate and reliable assessment is a crucial first step … Continue reading →

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Diagnostic criteria for CFS & ME

Posted on 10/28/2014 by wames

Abstract The current study had two objectives. (1) to compare objective and self-report measures in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) according to the 1994 Center for Disease Control (CDC) criteria, patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), and healthy controls, and … Continue reading →

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