Frequently Asked Questions
Information taken from NHS website- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-cfs/
Myalgic encephalomyelitis, also called chronic fatigue syndrome or ME/CFS, is a long-term condition with a wide range of symptoms. The most common symptom is extreme tiredness.
Common symptoms of ME/CFS include
- feeling extremely tired all the time – you may find it very hard to do daily activities
- still feeling tired after resting or sleeping
- taking a long time to recover after physical activity
- problems sleeping, such as waking up often during the night
- problems with thinking, memory and concentration
Some people with ME/CFS may also have other symptoms, including:
- muscle or joint pain
- headaches
- a sore throat
- flu-like symptoms
- feeling dizzy or sick
- fast or irregular heartbeats (heart palpitations)
The severity of symptoms can vary from day to day, or even within a day.
ME/CFS can affect anyone, including children. It's more common in women, and tends to develop between your mid-20s and mid-40s.
