Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Overview
- Introduction
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Complications
- Homoeopathic Treatment
- Do's and Don'ts
- Diet and Nutrition
What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a significantly debilitating illness wherein one experiences extreme overwhelming physical and mental fatigue that hampers one's daily activities for 6 months or more.
- The fatigue becomes worse with exertion and does not improve with rest.
- It is accompanied by other symptoms such as widespread muscle and joints pain, unrefreshing sleep, difficulties with concentration and memory, sore throat, etc. Click to read about Causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
What happens in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a distinct illness in which one experiences extreme fatigue (for 6 months or more). The fatigue:
- does not have any underlying medical cause,
- worsen with physical or mental activity,
- doesn't improve with rest, and
- is overwhelming and interferes with one's routine day-to-day activities.
Click to know more about Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
What Can Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Lead To?
- Major Depression and other Psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, somatization disorders, etc. as well as increased suicide risk.
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea: CFS is associated with many sleep problems including obstructive sleep apnea
- Social isolation with avoidance of social contact and social interactions
- Lifestyle restrictions due to inability to exert oneself physically or mentally, which significantly influences the person's lifestyle choices
- Increased work absences especially due to sleep difficulties and low stamina leading to problems with employment and career issues
...and many other complications
How Well Homeopathy Works In Treatment Of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Homeopathy offers the most definitive Treatment for this highly debilitating disease condition.
- Homeopathy targets the roots of CFS, NOT JUST the fatigue or other superficial symptoms which are merely the outward reflections of the internal illness.
- The primary aim of Homeopathic Treatment For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is to regulate the body's natural defense mechanisms and plug any inherent weaknesses that lead to the development of the CFS.
- Homeopathy significantly reduces the intensity, frequency and duration of the associated symptoms and helps the person lead a fairly normal day-to-day life.
- Homeopathy literature shows that there are nearly 100 highly effective remedies to successfully conquer this exhausting ailment.
The combined skills of our Experts and the modern science of Homeopathy help you reclaim your health and life!
Few of our amazing remedies For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome include:
- Phosphoric acid for persons who are listless, apathetic, indifferent to the daily affairs, prostrated and stupefied with grief
- China for persons who are despondent, gloomy, and listless from loss of vital fluids especially blood losses. There is marked periodicity of symptoms.
- Baptisia for persons with great prostration but unable to lie down; the parts rested upon feel sore and bruised
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition in which one experiences extreme physical and mental fatigue that is not caused by an underlying medical illness.
- The fatigue may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest.
- The fatigue is overwhelming, and interferes with the person's normal day-to-day activities.
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- CFS mimics several other illnesses and is therefore commonly undiagnosed or misdiagnosed.
- CFS is not yet fully understood with fair degree of certainty and there are no definitive tests for its diagnosis.
- Experts believe that CFS is most likely triggered by a combination of internal as well as external factors.
- CFS of a moderate to severe degree significantly affects the health, productivity and happiness of the affected individual.
Homeopathy boasts of more than 100 remedies that effectively eradicate this debilitating illness and free the individual from its vice-like grip.
Fatigue for at least 6 months is one of the most important symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. However, it is not the usual fatigue that one feels after a very busy day or week, after a sleepless night, or after a stressful event.
The specific characteristic symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are:
- It is severe and incapacitating (interferes with normal day-to-day functioning).
- It does not improve by complete rest.
- It becomes worse with physical activity or mental exertion.
- It is an all-encompassing fatigue and significantly reduces the person's activity levels and stamina.
Other accompanying symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome:
The fatigue must be accompanied by at least 4 of the following symptoms:
- severe malaise (extreme exhaustion and sickness) after any physical activity or mental exertion
- unrefreshing sleep (waking up feeling tired or not rested enough)
- forgetfulness, memory loss, confusion or difficulty concentrating
- persistent unexplained muscle pain
- joint pain without redness or swelling
- headache of a new type, different from those experienced in the past
- tender lymph nodes in the neck or armpit
- sore throat
Additional symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: In addition to the above crucial symptoms, some of the following additional symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome may be present:
- brain fog's feeling like you're in a mental fog
- dizziness, balance problems, difficulty in maintaining upright position, or fainting
- allergies or sensitivities to foods, odors, chemicals, medications, or noise
- irritable bowel symptoms
- chills and night sweats
- visual disturbances such as increased sensitivity to light, blurring, eye pain
- depression or mood problems such as irritability, mood swings, anxiety, panic attacks
It is very important to distinguish between CFS and other similar illness, which is best done by your doctor or healthcare professional.
The exact causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are not known. It is believed to be caused by a combination of internal as well as external factors. Some individuals are believed to be born with a predisposition for CFS. This is the chief factor of causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Some of the factors that have been implicated as causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are:
- Viral infections: Many people suffering from CFS have a history of recent viral infection. Therefore, there is a theory that viruses might trigger the disorder. Some of the common suspects included Epstein-Barr, human herpesvirus 6, etc.. No definitive link between the two has yet been found.
- Immune system problems: There is some research suggesting that individuals with CFS have some impairment in their immune system. However, everyone with immune system problems does not get CFS. Similarly, all individuals with CFS do not have immune system problems.
- Hormonal imbalances: A few studies have shown that some people with CFS also have hormonal imbalances in their hypothalamus, pituitary gland or adrenal glands. However, their significance is still unknown.
Possible complications of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome include:
- Major Depression and other Psychiatric conditions: Studies have shown that people with CFS also tend to suffer from psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, somatization disorders, etc. CFS also predisposes one to increased suicide risk.
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea: CFS is associated with many sleep problems including obstructive sleep apnea
- Social isolation due to avoidance of social contact and social interactions as a result of easy fatigue, low stamina and associated depressed mood
- Lifestyle restrictions due to inability to exert oneself physically or mentally, which significantly influences the person's lifestyle choices
- Increased work absences especially due to sleep difficulties and low stamina leading to problems with employment and career issues
Some of the COMMON DIFFICULTIES for CFS patients include coping with:
- the unpredictable and changing symptoms
- the low stamina that hampers activities of daily life
- the memory and concentration problems that affect school or work performance
- the loss of independence, economic security and livelihood
- the difficulty in maintaining relationships with partners, family members and friends
- the worries about taking care of and raising children
- Homeopathic treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has an excellent success rate because it offers a comprehensive and holistic approach.
- It provides a long-term reduction in symptoms and ensures improvement in the general well-being of the individual.
- Homeopathic treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a much safer and better mode of treatment without any unwanted side effects and resolves the problem in a harmonious way.
CHRONIC, FATIGUE SYNDROME, Exertion, agg.: 2Arn, 1Ars, 3Calc, 1Cann-s, 1Chin, 1Gels, 1Helon, 1Nux-v, 3Ph-ac, 2Rhus-t, 3Sil, 1Verat
CHRONIC, FATIGUE SYNDROME, Acute, diseases, after: 1Abrot, 1Aeth, 1Ail, 1Alet, 2Alst-c, 2Anac, 1Ant-t, 1Apis, 3Ars, 1Aven, 1Calc-p, 1Carb-an, 2Carb-v, 3Carc, 3Chin, 2Chin-ar, 1Coca, 2Cocc
CHRONIC, FATIGUE SYNDROME, Mononucleosis, from: 2Bapt, 2Calc, 3Carc, 3Gels, 2Merc, 2Ph-ac, 1Sil, 1Thuj
The remedy abbreviations with
- 4 marks- most effective,
- 3 marks- quite effective,
- 2 marks- less effective,
- 1 mark- least effective.
Do’s
- Perform physical activities at a comfortable pace; avoid overexertion. However, total rest is also not advisable as it may make the fatigue worse. Always gradually increase the physical activities.
- Maintain healthy social interactions at a comfortable level. Avoid social isolation as it may lead to depression or other illnesses.
- Eat a healthy and nutritious diet and try to maintain good health. Take supplements as necessary. Dietary deficiencies can worsen the fatigue and other symptoms.
- Resolve emotional stress.
- Get adequate sleep.
- Learn and practice relaxation techniques such as yoga, vipassana, meditation, etc.
Don’ts
- Don't overexert physically or mentally
- Avoid junk foods loaded with sugar, caffeine, preservatives, colors, etc
- Avoid skipping meals
- Don't deprive yourself of adequate sleep
- Avoid becoming obese
- Try to find out if you have any food intolerances and then avoid those foods.
- Eat beans, nuts, seeds that suit you well as they are a good source of protein, healthy fat, fiber and antioxidants.
- Eat lots of fruits and vegetables to provide enough vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
- Eat foods containing omega-3 fatty acids such as mackerels, sardines, salmon, flaxseed, hempseed, walnuts. Omega-3 fatty acids have excellent anti-inflammatory properties and help to ease the pain.
- Eat adequate amounts of proteins
- Take supplements wherever required
- Drink plenty of water and stay well hydrated. Water helps flush out toxins from the system that cause toxins
- Eat whole grains such as wheat, rice, barley, oats, etc.