Information on those who suffer from Gulf War Syndrome (GWS),
which is sometimes referred to as Persian Gulf Illness, and who have symptoms
that include diarrhea, headaches, joint pain, persistent fatigue, numbness, and
other health problems. Symptoms of GWS are similar to those of
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome,
Fibromyalgia, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
(MCS).
Commission Study Links Gulf War Syndrome to Chemical Exposures
Report of a study done by a commission appointed by President George W. Bush
that found evidence exists that links Gulf War Syndrome (GWS) to chemical
exposure.
Chemical, Brain Damage, and Other Possible Causes of Gulf War Syndrome
The page includes information on research done by the BBC, AP Medical Writer
Brenda C. Coleman, VA Doctor William F. Baumzweiger, and UPI Science news
writer Michael Smith on chemical exposure, brain damage, and other possible
causes for Gulf War Syndrome (GWS).
Study Comparing Gulf War Veterans to Non-Deployed Veterans
Information on a completed Department of Veterans Affairs clinical trial
comparing the medical conditions of Gulf War veterans to non-deployed
veterans. Comparisons were made between Gulf War Syndrome (GWS) and Chronic
Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, other conditions, and general health status.
A Neurologic Basis for Gulf War Syndrome?
A report on a 2000 "Archives of Neurology" article citing medical evidence
that shows Gulf War Syndrome may be because of neurologic dysfunction.
("...reduced functioning neuronal mass in the basal ganglia and the
brainstem and increased central dopamine function in Gulf War veterans.")
Compare the Medical Conditions of Gulf War Veterans to CFS, Other....
Information on a completed Department of Veterans Affairs clinical trial
comparing the medical conditions of Gulf War veterans to non-deployed
veterans. Comparisons were made between Gulf War Syndrome (GWS) and Chronic
Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, other conditions, and general health status.
