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The UK ME/CFS Biobank for biomedical research on ME/CFS & MS
Overview of a UK bioresource: The UK ME/CFS Biobank was launched in August 2011 following extensive consultation with professionals and patient representatives. The bioresource aims to enhance research on myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), related to pathophysiology, biomarkers and therapeutic … Continue reading
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Tagged Dr Luis Nacul, Eliana M Lacerda, MS, Multiple Sclerosis, UK ME/CFS Biobank
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Identifying key symptoms differentiating ME & CFS from MS
Research abstract: It is unclear what key symptoms differentiate Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Chronic Fatigue syndrome (CFS) from Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The current study compared self-report symptom data of patients with ME or CFS with those with MS. The self-report … Continue reading
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Tagged Abigail A Brown, decision trees, Diana Ohanian, machine learning, Madison L Sunnquist, MS, Multiple Sclerosis, Prof Leonard Jason
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A person with ME responds to MS drug Copaxone
A Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/POTS Patient Responds to a Multiple Sclerosis Drug – What Does It Mean? Discussion started by Cort Johnson, Mar 30, 2016 on Health Rising blog: Before 2002 Rachel owned two businesses, had boundless energy, worked out with … Continue reading
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Tagged Copaxone, Cort Johnson, immunomodulatory drug, MS, Multiple Sclerosis
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Natural Killer Cells in CFS/ME & Multiple Sclerosis
Research abstract: Patients with chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and multiple sclerosis (MS) suffer from debilitating fatigue which is not alleviated by rest. In addition to the fatigue-related symptoms suffered by patients with CFS/ME and MS, dysfunction of the immune … Continue reading
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Tagged cytotoxic activity, immune system dysfunction, MS, Multiple Sclerosis, Natural Killer cells
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Comparison of killer T cells in ME/CFS and MS shows immune dysregulation
Research abstract: Background: CD8+ T cells have putative roles in the regulation of adaptive immune responses during infection. The purpose of this paper is to compare the status of CD8+ T cells in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ … Continue reading
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Tagged CD8+ T cells, immune dysregulation, killer T cells, MS, Multiple Sclerosis
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Abnormal killer T cells found in CFS/ME and MS
Research abstract: Background: CD8+ T cells have putative roles in the regulation of adaptive immune responses during infection. The purpose of this paper is to compare the status of CD8+ T cells in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ … Continue reading
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Tagged CD8+T Cell, cytotoxic T cell, Dr Sonya Marshall-Gradisnik, killer T cells, MS, Multiple Sclerosis
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A comparison of cytokine profiles of CFS/ME and MS patients
Research abstract: Background: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), is a debilitating condition that presents with a range of symptoms, including fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, muscular and joint pain, and may be immune-mediated. In particular, patients exhibit abnormal … Continue reading
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Tagged cytokines, immune system dysfunction, MS, Multiple Sclerosis
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Low NK cell activity differs in ME/CFS & MS
Research abstract: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients suffer from debilitating fatigue which is not alleviated by rest. In addition to the fatigue related symptoms suffered by CFS/ME and MS patients, dysfunction of the immune system … Continue reading
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Tagged Dr Sonya Marshall-Gradisnik, immune dysfunction, MS, Multiple Sclerosis, Natural Killer cells, NK cells
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Vitamin D deficiency may cause MS
Lack of vitamin D may cause multiple sclerosis, study finds, in Guardian, Tuesday 25 August 2015 Researchers say findings may have important public health implications as vitamin supplements are relatively safe and cost-effective. Lack of vitamin D may be a direct cause … Continue reading
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Tagged MS, Multiple Sclerosis, Vitamin D
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Progressive ME or a new disease?
Case study abstract: This is a report on a patient with a history of increasing dizziness and muscle weakness after minimal exertion. In her twenties, the symptoms became more pronounced following glandular fever. After excluding other diseases, her physician diagnosed myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), now … Continue reading
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Tagged Dr Ellen Goudsmit, MS, Progressive ME, Sandra Howes
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