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Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 19 y
Several neuroendocrine studies have suggested hypoactivation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis in chronic fatigue syndrome. One possible determinant of this neuroendocrine abnormality, as well as the primary symptom of fatigue, is reduced hypothalamic secretion of corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH).
Abnormalities in response to vasopressin infusion in chronic fatigue syndrome -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Margaret Altemus (a,*), Janet K. Dale (b), David Michelson(d), Mark A. Demitrack(d), Philip W. Gold(c) and Stephen E. Straus(b)
a Weill Medical College, Cornell University, Box 244, 1300 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021, USA b Laboratory of Clinical Investigation, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, 10 Center Drive, Room 11N228, Bethesda, MD 20892-1888, USA c Clinical Neuroendocrinology Branch, National Institute ... read more The Salt-Vitamin C Theory for CFS 19 y
The photos at this site are too horrible for me to contemplate, however, the Salt/C protocol is interesting.
Our theory is that due to the decreased consumption of salt in our daily diets, we have allowed the invasion of parasites into our bodies and those of our pets and livestock.
Frequently Asked Questions
We receive many emails asking a variety of questions. Often the answers are already contained on the website. Take the time to look at the photographs and read through all the text on all the pages. Sometimes the questions are of a personal nature and are not appropriate to answer. While every person’s illness is a personal matter, the solution or cure is not necessarily personal. The goal of the site is to make known and available to other sufferers the experiences and results of some who have tried a different remedy. Both the site and the treatment mentione ... read more A Few thoughts on Sodium and CFS/FMS 19 y
As many of you may already know from earlier posts to this forum (thmi-fms) and from the information presented on this website, the suggested approach to reversing symptoms of CFS/FMS include: 1, increasing metabolism and eliminating metabolic waste using FIR sauna, (A much less expensive option is to use two stand alone FIR heaters to acheive a similar benefit.) 2, hydrating the body using alkaline ionized water. 3, Restoring suspected mineral deficiencies. And, 4, Restoring balance to the GI tract
A Few thoughts on Sodium and CFS/FMS
As many of you may already know from earlier posts to this forum (thmi-fms) and from the information presented on this website, the suggested approach to reversing symptoms of CFS/FMS include: 1, increasing metabolism and eliminating metabolic waste using FIR sauna, (A much less expensive option is to use two stand alone FIR heaters to acheive a similar benefit.) 2, hydrating the body using alkaline ionized water. 3, Restoring suspected mineral deficiencies. And, 4, Restoring balance to the GI tract.
The approach in the past has been to replace mi ... read more OSLER'S WEB - Author Hillary Johnson 19 y
HILLARY JOHNSON TALKS ABOUT CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME AND HER NEW BOOK, Osler's Web
Is chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) an illness made up by emotionally troubled people, or is it a legitimate medical illness?
Yes, it is absolutely a legitimate illness. In fact, studies show that CFS is among the most severe of all medical diseases known to man. In the last decade, there have been an abundance of scientific studies that prove CFS carries with it a large range of immunological abnormalities. In addition, scientists have shown that the disease causes significant brain problems, in the form of multiple small anatomical holes in the brain with concurrent I.Q. losses. Cogniti ... read more Stealth Viruses and CFS 19 y
The thesis of our studies is that severe CFS is but one of many manifestations of a persistent, systemic viral infection that causes brain damage.2 Involvement of the brain in CFS is implied by the historical use of terms such as neurasthenia, myalgic encephalomyelitis, and limbic encephalopathy.3 Some investigators have argued that the disturbed brain function is a secondary phenomenon resulting, for example, from the overproduction of neuromodulatory cytokines.4 Immune dysregulation is also proposed to explain reactivation of normally tolerated ubiquitous microorganisms, such as Epstein-Barr virus, human herpesvirus-6, Candida albicans, Mycoplasma fermentans, Chlamydia pneumoniae, etc.5 Recent attention has also been given to possible brain damage from exposure to environmental neurotoxins, including gut derived bacterial products.6
Stealth Viruses and
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Attempts to define the chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) as a clinical diagnostic entity1 have met with difficulties mainly because of a lack of clear separation of what could be considered normal variation in human functional capacity, and what should be considered a medical illness. Patients with debilitating fatigue are inappropriately grouped along with individuals with only minimal impairment in their daily activities. Some severely affected CFS patients eventually meet criteria for neurological, psychiatric and/or immunological disease cl ... read more accommodating people with chronic fatigue syndrome 19 y
Not all people with CFS will need accommodations to perform their jobs and many others may need only a few accommodations. For those who need accommodation, the following pages provide basic information about common limitations, symptoms, useful questions to consider, and accommodation possibilities. The following is only a sample of possibilities to consider; numerous other solutions and considerations may exist.
Stealth Virus-CCID-Center for Complex Infectiuos Diseases 19 y
At present, the CCID website mainly provides information on STEALTH VIRUSES cultured from patients with a wide spectrum of dysfunctional brain syndromes. These illnesses include chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, Gulf War Syndrome, depression and dementia in adults and autism, attention deficit and behavioral disorders in children. Stealth viral infection can also cause severe encephalopathy.
For NON-CFS/FMS/ME People 19 y
This letter was written at the behests of several of our Chronic Fatigue Patients. Since it is almost impossible for the non-CFS person to understand the feelings of these individuals, we have attempted to bridge this gap with this monograph. We suggest you download it and give a copy to all who doubt your suffering.
We live in an age when the sensitivity toward, and compassion for,
individuals who have disabilities of all types is at a high level.
Unfortunately, we find that many people have a great deal of trouble extending this same understanding to those suffering with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
The reasons for this apathy toward the plight of these individuals are not difficult to understand. Usually the CFS patient does not look sick to the unpracticed eye. Even doctors are frequently very dubious about the validity of these patient’s condition since all their test results are usually in the ... read more Humor - New Drugs for Women 19 y
A bit of fun for your amusement
up to 8 full hours.
ST. M O M M A’S W O R T
Plant extract that treats mom’s depression by rendering preschoolers unconscious for up to two days
E M P T Y N E S T R O G E N
Suppository that eliminates melancholy and loneliness by reminding you of how awful they were as teenagers and how you couldn’t wait till they moved out.
P E P T O B I M B O
Liquid silicone drink for single women. Two full cups swallowed before an evening out increases breast size, decreases intelligence, and prevents conception.
D U M B E R O L
When taken with Peptobimbo, can cause dangerously low IQ, ... read more Brain Food: Mercury In Seafood 19 y
Fish to avoid due to Mercury contamination
EWG’s Fish List
What Women Should Know About Mercury In Fish
Avoid If Pregnant ( or, just human-InvisiGyrl)
Shark
Swordfish
King mackerel
Tilefish
Tuna steaks
Canned tuna
Sea bass
Gulf Coast Oysters
Marlin
Halibut
Pike
Walleye
White croaker
Largemouth bass
Eat No More Than One Serving From This List Per Month
Mahi mahi
Blue mussel
Eastern oyster
Cod
Pollock
Great Lakes salmon
Gulf Coast blue crab
Channel catfish (wild)
Lake whitefish
Lowest In Mercury
Blue crab (mid-Atlantic)
Croaker
Fish Sticks
Flounder (summer)
Haddock
Trout (farmed)
Salmon ... read more TOP100 for the silliest comments to CFS sufferers 19 y
Active List - A link to some of the best comedy material ever seen.
It is hard to believe some of these folks make it out alive...
Please click the link below... it is worth the ride. visit the page Cheney - New Oxygen Treatment 19 y
Dr. Cheney recently began prescribing oxygen for patients with alkaline venus blood. Up to an hour of oxygen in the morning can provide half a day of significant improvement and numerous benefits. He has been seeing alkaline blood results in patients for years, but dismissed it as insignificant, based on what he was taught in medical school. His growing suspicion that it was actually very significant was confirmed when a speaker at an international conference on fatigue in London began a presentation by announcing "Ladies and gentlemen, I’m here to tell you that CFS patients are alkalotic."
Find a Remedy 19 y
This site has a poll of all remedies for CFS - you can rate the remedy or read about them.
How to Approach Your Physician About Providing Antibiotic Treatment 19 y
If you are interested in receiving antibiotic therapy (often referred to as "AP" or antibiotic protocol), we offer the following suggestions:
Nat'l Center for Infectuous Diseases
A Clinical Picture of Chronic Fatigue - 19 y
Conclusion: Most cases of CFS in the population are unrecognized by the medical community; persons diagnosed as having CFS may be different from persons with CFS in the general population.
Conclusions: SAQ© factors describe sleep abnormalities associated with CFS and provide more information than the Epworth score. Validation of these promising results will require formal polysomnographic sleep studies.
Conclusions: Persons with chronic fatigue syndrome are as impaired as persons whose fatigue could be explained by a medical or psychiatric condition, and they have less energy than non-fatigued controls.
Aspartame a Deadly Menace 19 y
You say toxicity is a matter of degree. When NutraSweet was in 600 products there was great concern for safety and hearings in Washington on its deadly affects
ME/CFS Post-Exertional Malaise / Fatigue and Exercise 19 y
Even though post-exertional malaise is a hallmark feature of ME/CFS, exercise programs are often prescribed with little thought to the effect they may have on patients. The panel of experts for the ME/CFS clinical consensus document(1) stressed that a thorough evaluation of patients and their total illness burden, optimizing medical management, and a careful evaluation of pain generators and risk factors must be done before even considering an exercise program. As much care must be taken in prescribing appropriate exercise for ME/CFS patients as in prescribing pharmaceuticals.(5)
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