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Dysregulation of protein kinase gene expression in NK Cells in CFS
Research abstract: BACKGROUND: The etiology and pathomechanism of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) are unknown. However, natural killer (NK) cell dysfunction, in particular reduced NK cytotoxic activity, is a consistent finding in CFS/ME patients. Previous research has reported significant changes … Continue reading
Millions missing – what’s your empty shoes story?
ME Action blog post, by Fleur Eliza: Empty shoes A few years after getting ill, I discovered that I can write interesting stories about things that happen inside or close to my home: for instance, about birds or cats visiting … Continue reading
Treatment of insomnia reduces fatigue in CFS
Research abstract: Background: Effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) has not been explored in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), a condition where disturbed sleep is a principal symptom. This study aimed to report feasibility, acceptability and initial effectiveness of … Continue reading
Song by Naomi Flanagan about the Millions Missing
Naomi Flanagan’s song was written in support of the #MillionsMissing protests that are happening globally in 2016 to demand more awareness of and research funding for the condition ME/CFS. Jenny was a painter [4 mins] Jenny was a painter Her … Continue reading
Millions missing – add yourself to the global disease map
The group ME Advocacy is asking everyone with ME to place themselves onto www.diseasemaps.org under “Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/M.E.”. This will help the “Millions missing” with this “Forgotten Plague” to be more visible, and will help people find others in their … Continue reading
The association between borderline personality disorder, FM & CFS: systematic review
Review abstract: Background: Overlap of aetiological factors and demographic characteristics with clinical observations of comorbidity has been documented in fibromyalgia syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and borderline personality disorder (BPD). Aims: The purpose of this study was to assess the … Continue reading
Global protest 27 Sep 2016 for the ‘Millions missing’ due to ME
There are #MillionsMissing from their lives because of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), a debilitating neuroimmune disease. In May 2016 there were peaceful protests in 13 cities including Belfast. On September 27th, the #MillionsMissing will once again protest around the world, including Cardiff and Bristol. Join … Continue reading
A subset of ME/CFS patients have IBS
Research abstract: BACKGROUND: There is evidence that Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is accompanied by gastro-intestinal symptoms; and IgA and IgM responses directed against lipopolysaccharides (LPS) of commensal bacteria, indicating bacterial translocation. METHODS: This study was carried out to examine … Continue reading
