I have had Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) since March 2002. Both of my sons, ages 10 and 14, have CFS also. In spite of these challenges, we try to focus on living and enjoying our lives.
Erica F. Verrillo was completing her doctorate in Speech Communication before falling ill with CFS in 1992. She is the co-author, with Lauren Gellman, of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Treatment Guide, 1st Edition (St. Martin's). She is also the author of three middle reader fantasies, Elissa's Quest, Elissa's Odyssey, and World's End (Random House). Her most recent book is Chronic Fatigue...
On January 6th 2008, my teenage daughter, Jessica, became ill with what that week was diagnosed as mono, but still sick 5 months later, she was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Her symptoms have included: sore throats, headaches, extreme fatigue, lack of focus, short-term memory difficulties, weakness, tiredness (feeling worn out), difficulty breathing, tight and sore legs... In...
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I have had CFS /CFIDS / ME for over two years but am getting to grips with it now that I have a diagnosis. I have always worked, somehow, though had to find imaginative and flexible options. I love the sun and the sea and making myself healthy. I am very lucky to have a supportive partner. I live in Australia and am exploring natural...
I've been living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia for most of my adult life although I didn't know it. It really took a hold six years ago when I was working in a stressful job and a number of big life events happened in a short space of time. I crashed big style. It took another five years before I was to get a diagnosis and some understanding of how to manage the condition.
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I'm a mom, a wife, and a wildlife biologist. I recovered from Bell's palsy and am coping with CFIDS, sleep apnea, and ADHD. My husband is a firefighter/paramedic and my kids are 12 and 6 (one of them also diagnosed with ADHD).
I was a wildland firefighter and an avid backpacker before kids, now a car-camper, canoer, girlscout leader. I love to hike and run, but those kinds...
I am 33 years old, and I have had CFIDS/CFS/ME for my entire adult life. I also suffer from a long list of other chronic conditions, including asthma, allergies, PCOS, IBS, NKC-deficiency, glutathione-deficiency, migraines, and more. I embarked on a gluten-free, dairy-free diet in early 2011 and have seen some improvement in how I feel. I currently work full-time at a great job, have a...
I am disabled with RSD (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy) for several years now. It is a relatively unknown neurological condition that effects my entire sympathetic nervous system. It is chronic, progressive and incurable. In addition, I have neuropathy, several inoperable back issues and other health problems I deal with on a daily basis.
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Hi! I am grateful to be here! I have spent my professional career in the clinical/ medical field, as a Physical Therapist and in Healthcare Administration, I have my MPH as well. However, I did not devote my life to educating, empowering and inspiring others to advance their recovery (from any disease) and focus on optimal health until after my incredible challenge with Myasthenia Gravis,...
