Tag Archives: Dr Leonard Jason
Associations between autonomic & orthostatic self-report and physician ratings of Orthostatic Intolerance in youth
Associations between autonomic and orthostatic self-report and physician ratings of Orthostatic Intolerance in youth, by Katlin R Schultz, Ben Z Katz, Neil R Bockian, Leonard A Jason in Clinical Therapeutics 2019 Research abstract: Purpose: There is no known biological marker or physical assessment … Continue reading
The experiences of fatigue in CFS, ME, PIFS
Research article abstract: Background: Fatigue is a major problem among individuals with post-infectious fatigue syndrome (PIFS), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome or myalgic encephalomyelitis. It is a complex phenomenon that varies across illnesses. From a nursing perspective, knowledge and … Continue reading
Use of complementary and alternative medicine in CFS
Research abstract: Background: Use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is common among patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), but whether it is viewed as more or less effective than traditional medicine is unclear. Purpose: To explore patients’ level of … Continue reading
4 key characteristics of ME identified in 3 countries
Research abstract: The present study attempted to identify critical symptom domains of individuals with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Using patient and control samples collected in the United States, Great Britain, and Norway, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was … Continue reading
Key issues for understanding ME, biological markers & diagnostic criteria
Review abstract: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) continues to cause significant morbidity worldwide with an estimated one million cases in the United States. Hurdles to establishing consensus to achieve accurate evaluation of patients with ME continue, fuelled by poor agreement about case definitions, … Continue reading
Fluctuations in CFS symptoms affects ability to remember them reliably
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
Are ME and CFS different illnesses?
Research abstract Considerable discussion has transpired regarding whether chronic fatigue syndrome is a distinct illness from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. A prior study contrasted the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis International Consensus Criteria (ME-ICC; Carruthers et al., 2011) with the Fukuda et al. (1994) CFS … Continue reading
Dr Leonard Jason’s reflections on SEID
Article abstract: The Institute of Medicine (IOM) in the US has recently proposed that the term Systemic Exertion Intolerance Disease (SEID) replace Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). In addition, the IOM proposed a new case definition for SEID, which includes substantial … Continue reading
Mendus: patient driven research projects
Mendus is an online research lab where patients can take part in research trials and even suggest topics for study. The aim of Mendus is to bring research within reach of those who need it. patients can unite, discuss, and … Continue reading
CFS v SEID as diagnostic criteria
Research abstract: Background: The Institute of Medicine has recommended a change in the name and criteria for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), renaming the illness systemic exertion intolerance disease (SEID). The new SEID case definition requires substantial reductions or impairments in … Continue reading
