me/cfs

A Case of Psoriasis Concurrently Complicated by Sacroiliitis and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Mami Iijima, Tomomitsu Miyagaki, Kaori Nakajima, Takafumi Kadono, Hidenori Watabe [Line breaks added] Abstract Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a...

The second Pillow Writers Anthology (USA link) is now available on Amazon. All proceeds go to #MEAction. Update, adding more Amazon links for other countries: - UK Amazon link - Canada Amazon link Description from the Amazon page: There will be an online reading of work done by the pillow...

Authors: David Fineberg, Alain Moreau, Elena K Schneider-Futschik, Christopher W. Armstrong Abstract Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long COVID (LC) are increasingly recognized as debilitating postinfectious conditions that impact both individuals and society...

Hormonal Fluctuations and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in Women: The Role of Menstrual Cycle and Menopause Mehak Khan, Sidra Anees, Muhammad Muthar Anees, Komal Khalid Chaudhry, Syeda Marium Rashid Zaidi, Vishan Das, Rimal Rashid [Line breaks added] Abstract Myalgic...

Variation in Repeated Handgrip Strength Testing Indicates Submaximal Force Production in Patients With Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Stoyan Popkirov Background Changes in handgrip strength have recently been adapted as clinical biomarkers for myalgic...

Abstract Background/Objectives: Symptoms of autonomic dysfunction are common in infection-associated chronic conditions and illnesses (IACCIs), including myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). This study aimed to evaluate autonomic symptoms and their impact on ME/CFS...

Abstract Post-exertional malaise (PEM) is a defining symptom of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), yet its molecular underpinnings remain elusive. This study investigated the temporal–longitudinal DNA methylation changes associated with PEM using a structured two-day...

Long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalitis share similar pathophysiologic mechanisms of exercise limitation Swathi Jothi, Michael Insel, Guido Claessen, Saad Kubba, Erin J. Howden, Sergio Ruiz-Carmona, Todd Levine, Franz P. Rischard [Line breaks added] Abstract Post-acute...

Online treatment regimens in chronic fatigue syndrome From the book, The Scientific Basis of Fatigue (Thread) Jaime Navarrete, Juan P. Sanabria-Mazo, Randy Neblett, Juan V. Luciano [Line breaks added] Abstract Some psychological therapy approaches have been empirically supported for the...

Abstract: Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a chronic and debilitating disease with unknown cause. Involvement of infection and immune dysregulation has been suggested, including changes in immune cell subsets and abnormal functions of natural killer (NK) cells. The...

The emerging role of exosomal LncRNAs in chronic fatigue syndrome: from intercellular communication to disease biomarkers Lei Wang, Yujia Xu, Xiang Zhong, Guiping Wang, Zijun Shi, Can Mei, Linwanyue Chen, Jianbo Zhan, Jing Cheng [Line breaks added] Abstract Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a...

Abstract: Background Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) is a chronic, multisystem illness characterized by post-exertional malaise (PEM) and cognitive dysfunction, yet the molecular mechanisms driving these hallmark symptoms remain unclear. This study investigated haptoglobin (Hp) as a potential...

Abstract: Background Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a complex and debilitating condition with a large proportion of patients that experience orthostatic intolerance (OI). This systematic review aimed to assess whether cerebral blood flow (CBF) is reduced in ME/CFS...

The latest post on virology blog from David Tuller, covers multiple subjects: David Tuller: Trial by Error: Keystone Gathering Update; Anil’s Severe ME Day Video; Fractured Care for Post-Infectious Illness

An integrative review on the orexin system and hypothalamic dysfunction in myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome: implications for precision medicine Noé López-Amador [Line breaks added] Abstract Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a debilitating...

ME/CFS and Long Covid: Diagnosis and management of chronic fatigue syndromes Gavin Spickett [Line breaks added] Abstract This book covers the history and characteristic symptoms of ME/CFS and Long Covid in adults. Children are not discussed in detail. It discusses the extensive differential...

A first study of cytokine genomic polymorphisms in CFS: Positive association of TNF-857 and IFNgamma 874 rare alleles N Carlo-Stella, C Badulli, A De Silvestri, L Bazzichi, M Martinetti, L Lorusso, S Bombardieri, L Salvaneschi, M Cuccia Published: 2006 [Line breaks added] Objective In the...

Prospective associations between major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, fibromyalgia, and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome Nathaniel Stembridge Thomas, Michael C. Neale, Kenneth S. Kendler, Hanna M. van Loo, Nathan A. Gillespie Background Functional...

Circulating cell-free RNA signatures for the characterization and diagnosis of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome Anne E. Gardella, Daniel Eweis-LaBolle, Conor J. Loy, Emma D. Belcher, Joan S. Lenz, Carl J. Franconi, Sally Y. Scofield, Andrew Grimson, Maureen R. Hanson, Iwijn De...

Abstract: Autoimmunity is a key clinical feature in both post-infectious Myalgic encephalomyelitis / chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID (PASC). Passive transfer of immunoglobulins from patients' sera into mice induces some clinical features of PASC. IgG-induced...