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 Myalgic
Encephalomyelitis Symptoms represent an acquired complex
and debilitating disorder that is characterised by
profound fatigue and cognitive problems which do not
improve with bed rest and becomes worse with physical
and mental exertion.
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Symptoms represent
a physiological illness, involving neurological endocrine
and immune system dysfunction with involvement of
the nervous system.
The symptoms can vary in intensity with
each individual. For many, the illness may cause negative
social and economic consequences and often results
in long-term disability.
Adding to the distress of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
Symptoms, sufferers sometimes feel polarised among
the medical community as to the authenticity of Myalgic
Encephalomyelitis. This causes very difficult and
stressful situations for many in the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
community, and one that should not occur because Myalgic
Encephalomyelitis is an authentic illness.
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Symptoms can
mimic those of the flu and other viral infections,
so it is often mistaken for other disorders. At first
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis may be misdiagnosed as hypochondria,
psychosomatic illness, or depression, because routine
medical testing does not detect any problems.
The major criteria used to distinguish
Myalgic encephalomyelitis:
- Persistent fatigue that does not improve with bed
rest and is severe enough to reduce average daily
activity by at least 50% for at least six months.
- When Symptoms are made worse by exercise.
- When other chronic clinical conditions such as
psychiatric disorders can be ruled out.
Other Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Symptoms can
include:
Physical Symptoms:
- Muscle weakness and pain, especially in the shoulders,
upper arms, thighs
- Muscle twitching
- Blurred vision
- Numbness/pins and needles
- Tender swollen lymph nodes, particularly underarms
and neck
- Joint pain
- Poor circulation (cold hands and feet)
- Chronic sore throat, often with recurrent flu-like
symptoms
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Sensitivities (to light, touch, food, chemicals,
perfume, paint etc.)
- Alteration of taste and smell
- Headaches
- Rashes
- Dryness of mucous membranes (throat, mouth ,eyes)
- Mouth ulcers
- Uncomfortable or frequent urination
Cognitive Symptoms:
- Poor concentration
- 'Foggy' thinking
- Difficulty speaking and choosing words appropriately
(for example saying, black when you mean white)
- Poor memory
Nervous Disorders:
- Interrupted sleep patterns
- Depression
- Mood swings, anxiety
- Feeling 'disoriented'
- Personality changes (usually a worsening of a previous
mild tendency)
This list is not exhaustive and there
may be other Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Symptoms that
you can experience.
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