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.
Is Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Actually Small Fiber Polyneuropathy?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and fibromyalgia (FM) produce so many symptoms that diagnosing them can be difficult for uninformed doctors. While we know that small fiber polyneuropathy (SFPN) (or small fiber neuropathy (SFN) commonly occurs in both these diseases,...
“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.
DecodeME – U.K. Funds Largest ME/CFS Study Ever In Attempt to Get at Genetic Roots of the Illness
The massive DecodeME study will analyse the DNA of 20,000 people with chronic fatigue syndrome in an attempt to get at the genetic roots of the disease.
A Blood Test for Low Energy Production? Intensive Exercise Study Provides New Insights
Exercise affects far more of the body than expected. A blood test that predicts aerobic functioning and other insights from an intensive exercise study could ultimately help explain chronic fatigue syndrome.Lives Interrupted Latest Story
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