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Variability in Symptoms Complicates Utility of Case Definitions

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Ambiguities in case definitions have created difficulties in replicating findings and estimating the prevalence rates for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) …

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Defining Essential Features of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Abstract: Considerable debate surrounds the search for the defining features of patients with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Current …

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Test-Retest Reliability of the DePaul Symptom Questionnaire

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The DePaul Symptom Questionnaire (DSQ) was developed to provide a structured approach for collecting standardized symptomatology and health …

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Finding benefit in stressful uncertain circumstances: relations to social support and stigma among women with unexplained illnesses

Abstract: Living with a chronic illness can be challenging, but the ability to derive benefits and grow from this experience …

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Paradoxical response to intravenous immunoglobulin in a case of Parvovirus B19-associated chronic fatigue syndrome

Abstract: We describe a case of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) associated to Parvovirus B19 infection where administration of intravenous immunoglobulins (IVIG), previously …

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Isometric yoga improves the fatigue and pain of patients with chronic fatigue syndrome who are resistant to conventional therapy: a randomized, controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) often complain of persistent fatigue even after conventional therapies such as pharmacotherapy, cognitive behavioral …

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Effect of manual acupuncture stimulation of “Baihui” (GV 20), etc. on serum IFN-gamma and IL-4 contents in rats with chronic fatigue syndrome

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To observe the effect of manual acupuncture stimulation of “Baihui” (GV 20), etc. on serum IFN- gamma and …

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Cytokine expression provides clues to the pathophysiology of Gulf War illness and myalgic encephalomyelitis

Abstract: Gulf War illness (GWI) is a chronic disease of unknown etiology characterized by persistent symptoms such as cognitive impairment, …

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Sleep characteristics, exercise capacity and physical activity in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome

Abstract: PURPOSE: Unrefreshing sleep and lowered physical activity are commonly observed in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) patients, but how they might influence …

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The Process of Change in Pain During Cognitive-Behavior Therapy for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) leads to a reduction of fatigue and pain in chronic fatigue syndrome. The processes underlying the …

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