Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is defined as debilitating fatigue with associated symptoms for at least six (6) months. The Center for Disease Control's (CDC) criteria for CFS includes clinically evaluated, unexplained, persistent, or relapsing fatigue that is
- Of new or definite onset
- Not a result of ongoing exertion
- Not alleviated by rest
- Results in a substantial reduction in previous levels of occupational, social or personal activity.
Additional Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms
- Muscle pain
- Self-reported impairment of short-term memory or concentration
- Sore throat
- Tender lymph nodes
- Multijoint pain without swelling or redness
- Headaches of a new type, pattern, or severity
- Unrefreshing and/or interrupted sleep
- Post exertion malaise (a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness) last more than 24 hours.
Causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome are similar because a single causative agent has not yet been determined, although studies have shown that multiple factors including viral infections, food allergies, adrenal fatigue, excessive oxidative stress, nutritional deficiencies, stress/elevated cortisol levels, environmental exposures to toxins including heavy metals, and genetic susceptibilities may all be related to and/or trigger chronic fatigue symptoms.
What Can Bodhi Body Do?
At Bodhi Body Integrative Medical Centers our team will evaluate your case, test for specific risk factors and causative agents, and put together an individualized program of therapies as part of your chronic fatigue treatment. The program will include lifestyle advice, dietary recommendations, medically supervised therapies, and nutritional supplementation. Our therapies include natural energy-boosting treatments to address and alleviate your chronic fatigue symptoms today.
Call us at 877.820.5115 to schedule a physician consultation and start addressing your symptoms today!
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