Download or read book Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome written by Rachel Jenkins and published by . This book was released on 1993-01-29 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Post-Viral Fatigue Syndrome (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) Edited by Rachel Jenkins, Honorary Senior Lecturer, Institute of Psychiatry, London, UK and James Mowbray, Professor of Immunopathology, St Mary’s Hospital Medical School, London, UK The increasing number of reported cases of post-viral fatigue syndrome (also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis—ME—or chronic fatigue syndrome) has stimulated a major research effort into the cause and management of this condition. The progress of the research is charted in this comprehensive review of recent viral, biochemical, immunological and psychological findings. The presentation, investigation, diagnosis and treatment of post-viral fatigue syndrome are discussed by specialists in different fields including general practice, cardiology, psychiatry, neurology and paediatrics. "There are a lot of good reasons for reading this book, but the best reason is this. If you haven’t kept up with the details so far, you have missed the boat. That’s it over there, on the horizon. You can wait for the fax that reveals its final destination, or, if you prefer, jump aboard, settle down to read, and enjoy the voyage." Journal of the American Medical Association "An up-to-date compendium of many points of view and much helpful information on this widely publicised and often confusing topic." The Lancet "A stimulating and comprehensive source of reference on ME with some excellent contributions. It deserves wide readership." Medical Update

Download or read book Living With M E written by Charles Shepherd and published by Random House. This book was released on 2008-12-05 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is estimated that there are over 100,000 people suffering from M.E. in Britain today. Although not a new disease, M.E. (also known as 'yuppie flu') is at last being recognised and taken seriously. M.E. is short for MYALGIC ENCEPHALOMYSELITIS, a term which relates to the parts of the body affected: MYALGIC, the muscles; ENCEPHALO, the brain; and MYSELITIS, the nerves. Until recently, many people suffering from M.E. had great difficulty in finding a diagnosis and a way of dealing effectively with their chronic fatigue. This comprehensive guide provides much-needed information about the disease. It describes the symptoms of M.E., what triggers it and who can get it and also discusses additional problems such as sleep disorders, depression, pain in the joints and difficulties with the eyes, ears and balance. A well-researched, comprehensive guide, LIVING WITH M.E. is THE book to buy for any M.E. sufferer who wants information not speculation.

Download or read book Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2015-03-16 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are serious, debilitating conditions that affect millions of people in the United States and around the world. ME/CFS can cause significant impairment and disability. Despite substantial efforts by researchers to better understand ME/CFS, there is no known cause or effective treatment. Diagnosing the disease remains a challenge, and patients often struggle with their illness for years before an identification is made. Some health care providers have been skeptical about the serious physiological - rather than psychological - nature of the illness. Once diagnosed, patients often complain of receiving hostility from their health care provider as well as being subjected to treatment strategies that exacerbate their symptoms. Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome proposes new diagnostic clinical criteria for ME/CFS and a new term for the illness - systemic exertion intolerance disease(SEID). According to this report, the term myalgic encephalomyelitis does not accurately describe this illness, and the term chronic fatigue syndrome can result in trivialization and stigmatization for patients afflicted with this illness. Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome stresses that SEID is a medical - not a psychiatric or psychological - illness. This report lists the major symptoms of SEID and recommends a diagnostic process.One of the report's most important conclusions is that a thorough history, physical examination, and targeted work-up are necessary and often sufficient for diagnosis. The new criteria will allow a large percentage of undiagnosed patients to receive an accurate diagnosis and appropriate care. Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome will be a valuable resource to promote the prompt diagnosis of patients with this complex, multisystem, and often devastating disorder; enhance public understanding; and provide a firm foundation for future improvements in diagnosis and treatment.

Download or read book Myalgic Encephalomyelitis written by Celia Wookey and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1986 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Chronic Fatigue Syndrome written by John Campling and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Postviral Fatigue States written by Andrew Melvin Ramsay and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book 50 Things You Should Know About the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Epidemic written by Neenyah Ostrom and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1993-02-15 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the first book to give all the facts on the worst medical crisis of our time--which has already stricken 12 million Americans--the author of What Really Killed Gilda Radner? probes the facts and answers questions about the misunderstood syndrome called the Yuppie Flu, Epstein-Barr Syndrome--and "AIDS minor". Exclusive update for this edition.

Download or read book Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Your Route to Recovery written by Lauren Windas and published by Yellow Kite. This book was released on 2023-05-04 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A brilliantly comprehensive book, packed with genuinely helpful information to assist all those needing to heal.' -- Liz Earle MBE With expertise from both a patient and practitioner perspective, this is your go-to toolkit for all things Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) / ME. Over 17 million people worldwide live with CFS, 250,000 of which live in the UK, and Lauren Windas knows the feeling of being a medical enigma all too well after becoming unwell with CFS whilst at university. Ever since, she has devoted herself to reclaiming her health and now lives a full life, having gained expertise in this area after recovering from this mysterious, debilitating illness. Now a nutritionist and naturopath, Lauren works in her clinic to help others with CFS, inspiring hope and providing solutions to lift the fog and light the way. This is the book that Lauren wishes she had at her fingertips during her own health journey. Written in a CFS-user-friendly format, she contextualises what we know so far about CFS and how to get well by: 1. Recounting her own health and recovery journey. 2. Simplifying the science of what CFS is and how it affects the body, alongside an in-depth look at the symptoms and causes. 3. Outlining the road to recovery, comprising of nutritional advice, testing, recipes and lifestyle tools and strategies, providing patient case studies and clinical expertise This is a highly accessible and practical evidence-based guide for anyone living with CFS/ME/long covid, loved ones of those affected and medical and healthcare professionals seeking to expand their knowledge. She covers everything from energy management and exercise to sleep, stress and your mindset - empowering you with the belief that recovery is possible. 'As a previous CFS sufferer myself, Lauren has covered everything in this book to give readers the best chance of finding their own path to recovery.' -- Healthy Living James

Download or read book Enteroviral and Toxin Mediated Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Other Organ Pa written by Roberto Patarca Montero and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2001-06-26 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Share the results of 45 years of front-line medical research! This valuable book covers varied organ pathology in a wide range of syndromes induced by viral infection and toxin exposure. Enteroviral and Toxin Mediated Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Other Organ Pathologies discusses such lethal problems as cardiomyopathy, liver failure, pancreatic cancer, brain tumors, and renal disease, as well as the debilitating disorders of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome and other post-viral syndromes. This essential text is profusely illustrated with photographs, photomicrographs, charts, EKGs, X-rays, and graphic depictions of other medical test results. With case studies of individual patients and whole families, Enteroviral and Toxin Mediated Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Other Organ Pathologies brings you the benefit of seeing the patients and their illnesses in the context of their lifestyles, work histories, and family medical history. Not a retrospective survey using medical records alone, this unique book is the result of Dr. Richardson's more than 45 years doing research with the prestigious Newcastle Research Group while engaged in General Family Practice. The scope of this book includes: the complex relationship between host and virus the aftereffects of viral illnesses on various systems, including the cardiovascular, nervous, and endocrine discussions of varied effects of viral syndromes on different family members consideration of viral effects on mother and fetus during pregnancy ideas for treatment and further research Enteroviral and Toxin Mediated Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Other Organ Pathologies provides both powerful case studies and exciting theoretical considerations based on research. It is an essential tool for family physicians as well as researchers into post-viral syndromes and the effects of toxin exposure.

Download or read book Chronic Fatigue Syndrome written by Julie Whelan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-30 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Documents the latest results and opinions on the causes and possible cures for this disorder. Coverage includes retroviral involvement, immunity, pathophysiology and pharmacological treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome.

Download or read book Pain and Prejudice written by Gabrielle Jackson and published by Greystone Books Ltd. This book was released on 2021-03-08 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “[A] powerful account of the sexism cooked into medical care ... will motivate readers to advocate for themselves.”—Publishers Weekly STARRED Review A groundbreaking and feminist work of investigative reporting: Explains why women experience healthcare differently than men Shares the author’s journey of fighting for an endometriosis diagnosis In Pain and Prejudice, acclaimed investigative reporter Gabrielle Jackson takes readers behind the scenes of doctor’s offices, pharmaceutical companies, and research labs to show that—at nearly every level of healthcare—men’s health claims are treated as default, whereas women’s are often viewed as a-typical, exaggerated, and even completely fabricated. The impacts of this bias? Women are losing time, money, and their lives trying to navigate a healthcare system designed for men. Almost all medical research today is performed on men or male mice, making most treatments tailored to male bodies only. Even conditions that are overwhelmingly more common in women, such as chronic pain, are researched on mostly male bodies. Doctors and researchers who do specialize in women’s healthcare are penalized financially, as procedures performed on men pay higher. Meanwhile, women are reporting feeling ignored and dismissed at their doctor’s offices on a regular basis. Jackson interweaves these and more stunning revelations in the book with her own story of suffering from endometriosis, a condition that affects up to 20% of American women but is poorly understood and frequently misdiagnosed. She also includes an up-to-the-minute epilogue on the ways that Covid-19 are impacting women in different and sometimes more long-lasting ways than men. A rich combination of journalism and personal narrative, Pain and Prejudice reveals a dangerously flawed system and offers solutions for a safer, more equitable future.

Download or read book Pediatric Chronic Fatigue Syndrome written by Kenny De Meirleir and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2007-02-07 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help young CFS sufferers cope with this debilitating illness Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating illness that can have devastating effects for those afflicted, especially children and adolescents. Pediatric Chronic Fatigue Syndrome discusses this growing problem and its many facets in depth, including the mounting prevalence of incidents in the population and detailed explanations of diagnostic criteria. Case studies are provided to illustrate the issues those afflicted with CFS face, such as increasing isolation, decreasing school attendance, the length of time it typically takes to get diagnosed, and the impact on leisure activities. Current criteria for CFS were designed for use in adults, with few studies done on assessing how appropriate these criteria are for children and adolescents. Pediatric Chronic Fatigue Syndrome provides the criteria for first-time diagnosis of pediatric CFS and includes practical recommendations developed by the International Association of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Pediatric Case Definition Working Group. This book closely examines the potential impact that Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has on child and adolescent functioning, psychological factors, social factors, and the suffering endured from symptoms. Guidelines are provided on ways ME-CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) can be addressed in primary practice. Topics in Pediatric Chronic Fatigue Syndrome include: ME/CFS CACFS (Chronic Fatigues Syndrome in Children and Adolescents) the common problem of Munchausen-by-proxy research on the psychosocial, family, and physical functioning comparing children and adolescents with CFS and those without CFS using theory in clinical practice guidelines on how ME/CFS can be addressed in primary practice overview of CFS aspects for healthcare professionals who may be called on to diagnose or treat the illness and more Pediatric Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is timely, important information for health professionals, researchers, counselors, caregivers, parents of children and adolescents with CFS, and patients with CFS.

Download or read book Chronic Fatigue Syndrome written by John Campling and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Chronic Fatigue Syndrome written by Gregg Charles Fisher and published by Grand Central Publishing. This book was released on 2009-09-26 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this enlightening and compassionate guide, one of the foremost specialists in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome--himself a ten-year survivor of the disease--helps victims and their loved ones regain control of their lives. This updated edition includes new information about current medical treatments, related disorders, and strategies for living with the CFS.

Download or read book The Nightingale Research Foundation Review of the Clinical and Scientific Basis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis chronic Fatigue Syndrome written by Byron M. Hyde and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book ME Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome written by Anne MacIntyre and published by Unwin Hyman. This book was released on 1989 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of this book is to help sufferers of ME and their friends and families understand more about this mysterious virus. It has been written by a doctor whose own career was drastically changed by ME, and who believes the answer lies in the person, rather than just the medicine.

Download or read book Coping Better With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Myalgic Encephalomyelitis written by Bruce Fernie and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-06-12 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a helpful structure and framework for understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and its effects as well as practical exercises to help address some of the symptoms that patients may experience.