by: Dr. Craig A. Maxwell
The Centers for Disease Control defines chronic fatigue syndrome as “a debilitating and complex disorder characterized by profound fatigue that is not improved by bed rest and that may be worsened by physical or mental activity.” This disorder is often misunderstood by conventional medical professionals who may prescribe antidepressants or similar drugs to treat the symptoms. If you want to get to the bottom of your CFS, learn how you can heal through natural medicine!
Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome often has a sudden onset of varied and puzzling symptoms. Fatigue is extreme and sudden and not relieved by sleep or rest. CFS symptoms often get worse when the patient is exposed to physical, mental or emotional stress.
Along with fatigue, other symptoms of CFS include:
- Muscle Pain
- Recurring Headaches
- Gastrointestinal Complaints
- Diarrhea
- Bloating
- Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Sore Throat
- Painful Lymph Nodes
- Migrating Joint Pain
- Low-Grade Fever
- Sleep Disturbances
- Heart Palpitations
- Neurological Symptoms
- Irritability
- Photo-sensitivity
- Panic Attacks
- Confusion
- Brain Fog
- Forgetfulness
- Muscle Twitches
- Tingling in Extremities
Conditions Similar to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
When it comes to autoimmune-related medical conditions, it can be difficult to narrow down just which condition a patient suffers from. This is because so many of them have similar symptoms.
