MYALGIC ENCEPHALOPATHY / MYALGIC ENCEPHALOMYELITIS (M.E.), CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME (CFS), POST VIRAL FATIGUE SYNDROME (PVFS)

About M.E., Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome

ME/CFS is a very serious illness that has a vast array of symptoms.

The term 'ME/CFS' has become known as the 'umbrella term' to describe what is now believed to be sub-groups of illnesses. These include:

• Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.)
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
• Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome (PVFS)

All of these fall under the label 'ME/CFS'.

In fact, there are plenty more names and descriptions, that have been created over the years - all trying to pinpoint what this illness (or rather, what this group of illnesses), actually is. People are still disagreeing even now. Other names include:

• Myalgic Encephalopathy (M.E.) and
• Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS).

To make it easier for you to read through this section, we will refer to these labels and/or sub-groups of illnesses, collectively as 'ME/CFS'...

Figuring Out Fact From Fiction...

ME/CFS can become extremely disabling, confusing and disheartening for a sufferer. It can dramatically affect every aspect of your life and many sufferers feel as if they're stumbling in the dark when it comes to trying to figure out fact from fiction...

Which source should you trust? Why is this authority saying something different to the other? Should you do this treatment or shouldn't you? Is this particular supplement or therapy worthwhile? So many questions and so little reliable, understandable, answers on which you can rely...

To help you through the maze that is ME/CFS, we've put together a section that's dedicated to answering some of your main questions and concerns.

This Section Is Split Into Two Parts:

Below are the contents of this section on Myalgic Encephalopathy / Encephalomyelitis , Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome, Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (collectively referred to here, as ME/CFS).

• ME/CFS - The Basics - If you're new to the illness, then this is a good place to start. Click here to check out the basic information...
  
  
• Helpful Tips For ME/CFS Sufferers - This includes some great information and tips on how to manage your illness. Click here to check out lots of helpful tips...

An Illness Of Many Names...

• Why Can't Anyone Agree On A Single Name?

• Fatigue - Does It Really Describe This Illness Well Enough?

• One Illness Or More? Are There Sub-Types of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

• The Need For More Research And Funding

Is ME/CFS Real?

• Is ME/CFS Real Or All In The Mind?

• Medical Scepticism : Do YOU Have Problems With Your Doctor?

• Free Video About ME/CFS For Friends & Family

• Does Your Medical Advisor Believe That ME/CFS Is Neurological... Or Psychological?

Living With ME/CFS

• Share Your Story & Experiences About Living With ME/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Here...

• Are You Living With ME/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

• Imagine Having ME/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ...

• Neglected & Misunderstood

Helpful Tips For Dealing With ME/CFS

• Most Popular Pages - Helpful Tips & Information For Sufferers [More...]
  
  
• Diet, Nutrition & Supplements [More...]
  
  
• Fun Stuff [More...]

ME/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Diet, Nutrition & Supplements

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Diet - Introduction

• The ME/ CFS Diet - What Should You Eat? What Should You Avoid?

• Alcohol Consumption : How Badly Can It Affect ME/CFS Sufferers? Part 1

• Alcohol Consumption : How Badly Can It Affect ME/CFS Sufferers? Part 2

• ME/CFS Supplements

• Sensitivity & Overload Being Careful With The Supplements You Take

• Selecting The Right Supplement Program For You With Kinesiology Muscle Testing

• Dairy Alternatives

Fun Stuff

Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome / Myalgic Encephalopathy / Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia can be very disabling, confusing, and lonely illnesses to live with. They are believed to be physical illnesses. But if you suffer from ME/CFS or Fibromyalgia then you'll know only too well just how dramatically they can affect every aspect of your life. Not only physically, but mentally and spiritually too.

Sleepydust has learned that feeling good about yourself, having fun, laughing, and thinking positively really can help to lift your morale and can even help to improve your quality of life, no matter how ill you are.

You can never have too much laughter and happiness in your life. That's Sleepydust's motto! But...

...we all know how difficult this can be when you're feeling so ill. So, Sleepydust has added a new 'fun' section to the Sleepydust Ezine. It's all about having fun, feeling good, and de-stressing.

Make sure you get access to the new 'fun' section of the ezine, by getting your free copy of the Sleepydust Ezine here...

Have fun. Feel good. De-stress. It's important guys!

You might also like:

• Cartoon - Mimi's M.E.

• What's So Wonderful About ME/CFS?

About This Section ...

This section tells you about:

• Myalgic Encephalopathy (M.E.)
• Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.)
• Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome (PVFS)
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
• Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS)

These names all fall under the umbrella-term, 'ME/CFS'.

From the Editor of Sleepydust:

I recommend that you sign up to the FREE Sleepydust Ezine because it's written to specifically help you if you suffer from:

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
• Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome (PVFS)
• Myalgic Encephalopathy (ME)
• Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME)
• Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS)

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