WHAT IS CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME?

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Chronic Fatigue is a common symptom which often accompanies other illnesses.  It can also be brought about by extremes in lifestyle.  Dealing with such underlying causes is generally the only treatment a person needs in order to minimize or be relieved of Chronic Fatigue.  Unfortunately, as these facts are frequently overlooked, many mislabel this problem as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, which is a separate condition in itself.

Certain steps must be taken in order to reach a correct diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.  The first is to rule out basic Chronic Fatigue by assessing the person's lifestyle and determining whether or not there are any other preexisting medical conditions.

Second, the medical practitioner must determine the onset of the person's symptoms, and assess its primary causual factor.  While the onset of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome may be either sudden or gradual, the general consensus is that it is brought on by either a viral infection or an extreme stress factor in the person's life.

There are a number of symptoms which make up Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, although their presence and severity vary from person to person.  The most easily recognized symptom is that of physical and mental exhaustion that is either recurrent or persistent, impairing one's functional abilities.  Loss of stamina is also a coexisting symptom. When this symptom is a part of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, it must be determined that it is not the result of any other illness or condition. 

Difficulties in sleeping is another symptom of this condition.  They can take the form of insomnia, or the lack of feeling adequately rested even after sleep. 

Unexplained pain is a frequent occurrence in those who suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.  This type of pain can affect any area of the body, but for most it is worse in the joints and muscles.

Those who are afflicted with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome also experience varying degrees of cognitive and neurological difficulties, neuroendocrine problems, autonomic difficulties, and a weakened immune system.  Many patients also experience psychiatric symptoms. 

Currently, the treatments which are available and most widely used for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome illustrate the eomplexity of this condition.  Behavioral intervention, a wide assortment of medications, dietary modification, and lifestyle adjustments, are all current treatments fo Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, with the choice of which is most appropriate being based on the person's specific symptoms and the severity thereof. 

While the prognosis for complete recovery from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is rather dim, the rarity of this condition and the manageability of it after it has been accurately diagnosed are both very important factors to keep in mind.