Assessment of ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome): A Case Study for Health Care Providers

Assessment of ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome): A Case Study for Health Care Providers

Abstract Introduction Over a million adults in the U.S. are affected by chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). A debilitating illness, ME/CFS is accompanied by profound fatigue that is not relieved by rest and affects daily activities. Symptoms include postexer...

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Main Authors: Dana J. Brimmer, James F. Jones, Roumiana Boneva, Charlotte Campbell, Jin-Mann S. Lin, Elizabeth R. Unger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Association of American Medical Colleges 2016-12-01
Series:MedEdPORTAL
Subjects:
Communication
Case Study
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic
Fatigue Syndrome
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
Online Access:http://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10527

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http://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10527

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