Facts To Be Known About Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is one of the medical conditions that are related to mental and physical fatigue. Almost 2.5 million people in the US are affected by chronic fatigue syndrome. However, there must be many more cases of CFS as the symptoms are quite general and it is difficult for doctors to diagnose CFS. In this blog, we will tell you the underrated and unknown facts about CFS which will help to understand this medical condition better. 

If you are someone who is suffering from this syndrome or feeling to have this, you must read this blog to handle CFS and know more about it.

What Is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

CFS is an extreme fatigue medical condition that may last up to 6 months. People suffer from depression or the excessive mental and physical fatigue which does not go away with rest and sleep. 

Please note, that CFS is not a disease, it could be the consequence of many illnesses. For instance, psychological disorders and infections, and hormonal imbalances. 

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms:

• Extreme fatigue and headaches
• Non-refreshing sleep
• Difficulty in concentration
• Lightheadedness in activities such as moving from the lying position or sitting to standing
• Sore throat
• Prolonged lymph nodes in neck and armpits
• Exhaustion after physical or mental activities

Unknown Facts About CFS

The syndrome was present in people for a long time. Unfortunately, medical professionals could catch it at a later time and there is still a lot to research about this syndrome. However, the information we have got for you today is enough to get a brief of this medical condition.

1) It Is Not A Myth

Whenever someone expresses the challenges they are facing due to CFS, people usually ignore it with a mindset that ‘it’s all in the head’. However, this is a real medical syndrome which is called myalgic encephalomyelitis, scientifically. People call it ME. Due to the ignorance of people and medical personnel, in the beginning, the name changed to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome to aware people of the syndrome and give it the required attention so it can not be overshadowed.

2) It Is Not Only About Fatigueness

First of all, we are not talking about general tiredness, it is a serious medical problem that needs treatment or else it can go worse. When we address CFS, we should know that it is not only the tiredness. It is way more than that. A patient will experience other symptoms too. Such as headaches, dizziness, insomnia, sore throats, etc.

Moreover, this could be the cause of any existing disease or infection so you must be vigilant about the symptoms, If you are feeling restless for a long time, consult the doctor.

3) CFS Is Hard To Diagnose And Requires Many Tests

As we said earlier, it is difficult to diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome as there is no particular test or scan to detect it. Also, the causes are too general that it becomes hard to even think of this syndrome. 

Even if the doctor is convinced that a patient may have a CFS, they will do many physical and mental tests to ensure its existence. It could be frustrating as the patient already feels exhausted all the time. 

4) Covid-19 Could Be The Reason Too

Covid-19 is one of the respiratory infections which, even after the recovery leave its footprints on human health. It is in believes that many recovered patients could not recover with the pre-Covid-19 health. Some of their organs are affected temporarily or permanently. 

On the same lines, Covid-19 has become a big contributor to the rising cases of chronic fatigue syndrome.

5) Many Patients Are Unknown To Its Existence In Their Bodies

CFS is not a common syndrome and many people are unaware of this medical condition. Therefore, they do not even know that there could be a problem if they are getting tired too often.

Moreover, the symptoms are general so it does not bother until it becomes worse. Even the doctors do not consider its presence at its early stage. That is why it is still an unknown syndrome that is lying in many humans perhaps they do not know about it.

6) No Evident Cure For CFS

The syndrome is relatively new to researchers and medical professionals. They are unable to find an evident treatment and medicines for CFS. However, it does not mean that it is purely untreatable. 

Many therapies and medicines can alleviate the severity of CFS. Yet the treatment differs from patient to patient and the intensity of the syndrome. 

7) CFS Can Cause Depression

Well, it can be either way. CFS could be the cause of depression or, depression could be the reason for CFS. As we stated above, one of the causes of CFS is psychological disorders such as depression. But, there is a possibility that you experience depression post CFS due to social isolation and are unable to perform activities that you could before CFS. 

The Bottom Line

CFS is an underrated syndrome that can affect any age group. It lasts for about 6 months. There are many unknown facts that we discussed in this blog, that will help you to understand this syndrome better. Moreover, do not panic if you experience similar symptoms. Panic can worsen the situation. You should consult a doctor to get professional help and soon you will get fine. Do not forget that if it is treated well, you can get rid of it. For more medical blogs, keep following us.