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We have over 7,000 research abstracts in our library, as well as articles, news items, and press releases. You can search the library by topic, keywords, author, or date. You can also search categories and tags.

Is chronic fatigue syndrome a connective tissue disorder? A cross-sectional study in adolescents

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To investigate whether constitutional laxity of the connective tissues is more frequently present in adolescents with chronic fatigue …

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: a survey of GPs’ attitudes and knowledge

Abstract: BACKGROUND: GPs need evidence and guidance to help them diagnose and manage Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)/ME appropriately. OBJECTIVES: The …

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The prognosis of different fatigue diagnostic labels: a longitudinal survey

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Several different diagnostic labels exist for the fatigue syndromes, including chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and postviral fatigue …

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Cognitive behaviour therapy for adolescents with chronic fatigue syndrome: data are insufficient and conclusion inappropriate

Comment on: Cognitive behaviour therapy for adolescents with chronic fatigue syndrome: randomised controlled trial. [BMJ. 2005]   Editor—I have concerns about the …

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Predictors of outcome following treatment for chronic fatigue

Abstract: We explored the role of baseline characteristics of 105 patients who presented with fatigue in primary care in determining …

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Exercise capacity and immune function in male and female patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)

Abstract: Hyperactivition of an unwanted cellular cascade by the immune-related protein RNase L has been linked to reduced exercise capacity …

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Exercise responsive genes measured in peripheral blood of women with chronic fatigue syndrome and matched control subjects

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is defined by debilitating fatigue that is exacerbated by physical or mental exertion. To search …

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Subjective quality of life in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome

Abstract: The aim of this study was to (1) assess Subjective Quality of Life (SQOL) of patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) …

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The placebo response in the treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: The placebo response is conventionally asserted to be high in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) because of the latter’s subjective nature …

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A feasibility study comparing two treatment approaches for chronic fatigue syndrome in adolescents

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) involves severe disabling fatigue that affects physical and mental functioning.1 Reported prevalence varies between 0.05% and …

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