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Dysregulation of cytokine pathways in CFS & MS
Research abstract: Dysregulation of cytokine pathways in chronic fatigue syndrome and multiple sclerosis by Matthew Sorenson, Jacob Furst, Herbert Mathews & Leonard A. Jason in Fatigue: Biomedicine Heath & Behavior pp1-14 [Published online 7 Jun 2017] Background: Cytokine studies in chronic … Continue reading
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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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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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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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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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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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