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Posted on November 4, 2005.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, which is sometimes also referred to as Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS) or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E. or ME), is an illness characterized by prolonged, devastating fatigue and other symptoms, such as sleep disruptions. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder also characterized by the devastating fatigue and weakness associated with Chronic Fatigue; however, its symptoms can also include muscle tenderness and spasms, sleep disturbances, irritable bowel syndrome, and other body disturbances. Sleep disturbances are associated with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia. A good night’s sleep is important for a healthy mental outlook and a healthy body. The suggestions in this Chronic Fatigue Syndrome- and Fibromyalgia-specific article will help you get the good night’s sleep that you need.
Insomnia Tips for Those with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
by Ouida Stephens, RN
A good night’s sleep eludes many people and is a major problem for many Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and other chronic illness patients.
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Posted on November 2, 2005.
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Posted on November 1, 2005.
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“If robbery is the taking without permission, CFS could be the greatest thief of all.” –David S. Bell, MD
When describing how others deal and accept the realities of their illness, those who cope with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and/or Fibromyalgia often express the sentiment “unless they get it, they just won’t get it.”
CFS Sucks! Tees and Gift Ideas Index
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Posted on October 30, 2005.
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by Pamela Rice Hahn
I’m probably not the only person with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia to utter the lame joke: “As long as it’s working, I don’t care if it is a placebo effect!”
(View the Complete T-Shirt and Gift Merchandise Index for the Placebo Effect design)
A joke is one thing. It’s nice to know that the reality is something else entirely. In fact, after pooling the data of 29 studies in which 1,016 people with CFS received various placebos, a new study suggests that if you have CFS, and a treatment does make you feel better, the odds are against it being a placebo effect.
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Posted on October 28, 2005.
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How You Can Be a CFIDS Advocate
Advocacy efforts to increase CFIDS awareness is not just a one-day event.
The May 12th, 2005 Virtual Lobby Day resulted in 2,516 messages being sent from the The CFIDS Association of America Grassroots Action Center to lawmakers and media professionals. In addition, messages were delivered in person by 58 CFIDS advocates who conducted nearly 80 meetings on Capitol Hill!
Complete T-Shirt and Gift Merchandise Index for “CFIDS/ME/CFS Sucks!” design
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Posted on October 22, 2005.
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Aromatherapy is the therapeutic inhalation of the natural fragrance from volatile plant oils, essential oils, infused oils, and herbal preparations, and is one of the ways those with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia can use natural fragrances to enhance their well-being. Some mistakenly think that aromatherapy is simply a carry-over hippy practice of burning incense that’s been wrapped up in a new name. But, while the term aromatherapy is new, the practice has been around for thousands of years.
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Posted on October 21, 2005.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and other chronic conditions sometimes can cause a loss of cognitive skills so great that the victim needs to relearn how to concentrate. This article’s suggestions on how listening for the repeated, familiar sound patterns of rhymes helps increase a child’s attention span will work for the adult impaired because of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Fibromyalgia as well.
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Posted on October 20, 2005.
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Some are claiming the reported findings are not conclusive, but according to a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, acupuncture doesn’t appear to help Fibromyalgia pain. For more information, read: Acupuncture May Not Help Fibromyalgia.
One way you can get proactive about your pain is through meditation. For more information, read Meditation and Pain Management: Meditation Techniques Can Provide Pain Relief.
(Complete index for the “Fibromyalgia is a PAIN” T-Shirts and gift merchandise designs.)
Posted on October 19, 2005.
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The e-mail alert service, formerly known as C-ACT, now has a name that better reflects the purpose of this advocacy group: the Grassroots Action Center Listserv (GAC listserv). This CFIDS Association’s new Grassroots Action Center has generated almost 10,000 messages of support for increased Chronic Fatigue Syndrome research and awareness to senators, representatives, other members of the federal government, and members of the media.
(Complete index for the “CFIDS Sucks” T-Shirts and Gift Merchandise Index.)
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Posted on October 18, 2005.
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Eating Grapefruit Isn’t Always Healthy
Grapefruit is often promoted as a healthy “diet food.” For some, however, there may be times when eating grapefruit or drinking the juice can cause unanticipated problems — like adverse reactions to certain medications, such as cholesterol- or blood pressure-lowering drugs and others.
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A professional writer since 1984, Pamela Rice Hahn is the author of more than 20 published books.