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A targeted genome association study examining transient receptor potential ion channels, acetylcholine receptors, and adrenergic receptors
Research abstract: BACKGROUND: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a debilitating condition of unknown aetiology. It is characterized by a range of physiological effects including neurological, sensory and motor disturbances. This study examined candidate genes for … Continue reading
Dr Phil Hammond writes about the ‘ME cluster bomb’
Private eye Medicine Balls column, 25 November 2016: ‘ME cluster bomb’ [Written by ‘M.D.’, the nom de plume of Dr Phil Hammond and reproduced by the ME Association]: MD’s greatest regret as a junior doctor was not to take the time to … Continue reading
Making a difference for ME in Wales – WAMES team coordinator opportunities
Would you like to help make a difference for ME in Wales but are not sure you have enough time or good health to volunteer in a big way? To make it easier for people to join in we are setting up … Continue reading
Prevalence of POTS in Dutch people with CFS
Research abstract: BACKGROUND: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is considered a diagnostic marker for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). OBJECTIVES: The aims of this study were to (i) compare POTS prevalence in a CFS cohort with fatigued patients not meeting CFS criteria, and … Continue reading
WAMES challenge – Easyfundraising for Black Friday
Did you know that when you’re shopping online for Black Friday deals you could be raising a free donation for WAMES? There are over 3,100 shops and sites on board ready to make a donation, including Amazon, John Lewis … Continue reading
What do you do when a loved one becomes chronically ill?
Third Age blog post, by Suzan Jackson: What do you do when a loved one becomes chronically ill? Sooner or later, it happens to all of us. A beloved friend or family member develops a chronic illness, and their life … Continue reading
Tuller says FITNET fraught with misrepresentations & methodological problems
Virology blog post, by David Tuller, 21 November 2016: Trial By Error, Continued: The New FITNET Trial for Kids The article challenges: the failure of PACE researchers to acknowledge failings of PACE the unproven use of CBT to reverse false … Continue reading
Can mould cause CFS?
Article abstract: When we talk with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome patients, we learn that before they became ill, some were exposed to water-damaged buildings (WDB) or other mold sources. This raises two questions: Are people with CFS more likely to have … Continue reading
CFS and chronic widespread pain in adolescence
Research highlights: 14.6% of adolescents with CFS also experienced chronic widespread pain Females twice as likely to have CFS or CWP Exclusive CFS (vs non-CFS) was associated with higher levels of reported pain and greater effect of pain This association … Continue reading
