Surprise Gene Finding Could Give Pathogens and Toxins a Leg Up in ME/CFS
High rates of alterations in the genes that produce mucosal proteins suggest that a damaged mucous layer in the eyes, nose or upper respiratory systems of people with chronic fatigue syndrome could be providing pathogens or toxins easier entry - possibly producing neuroinflammation and central sensitization.
“Long Haulers” to the Rescue? Barrage of Covid-19 Media Stories, Studies and Registries Spells Hope for ME/CFS
A barrage of "long hauler" COVID-19 media stories plus several large studies and registries tracking how people with COVID-19 fare over time provides hope for the long suffering and neglected chronic fatigue syndrome community that their disease will finally be taken seriously.
From the Tahoe Outbreak to COVID-19 Dr. Peterson and Simmaron Take on the Coronavirus – and ME/CFS
As Dr. Peterson watched the coronavirus bear down on his community it was like deja vu. Thirty-six years ago Peterson was at the heart of one of the most infamous ME/CFS outbreaks in history – the 1984 Incline Village outbreak. Poor testing then had contributed...
Active Epstein-Barr Infections Found in Large ME/CFS Study
Active Epstein-Barr virus found in a significant subset of people with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) suggests that viral reactivation could be playing a role.
Major Media Article Highlights Link Between COVID-19 and ME/CFS
Could COVID-19 – with as much devastation, pain and suffering that it’s caused – have a silver lining for chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)? A brilliantly written Washington Post article, “Researchers warn covid-19 could cause debilitating...Lives Interrupted Latest Story
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