1. ME/CFS Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Info For Medical Profession And Sufferers ME/CFS myalgic encephalomyelitis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. A Clinical Definition for myalgic encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). http://freespace.virgin.net/david.axford/me/me.htm

ME/CFS Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Search for any word on this web site Enter your words in the box below Use SEARCH to find the word you're looking for. The results will be presented in a list containing the first instance of your word. Click on any of the listed pages to view. Having viewed your word, then use your browsers FIND facility to check for any more occurrences of your word on that page. What is this diagnosis? May 12th Countdown to May the 12 th Only year, months, and days left until ME/CFS/CFIDS International Awareness Day Don't forget to mark your calendar too! Need the latest relevant ME/CFS information? Articles about news and views on the latest information on ME/CFS. Includes the very latest Medical Update, Capita Selecta, Medical Fact sheet, Book Reviews and other relevant medical information. Canada Leads the Way With a Medical Milestone: (Press Release - Feb 2003) A Clinical Definition for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) Where can I get help?

2. CFS / M.E. Information From CFS-NEWS This is a resource page for chronic fatigue syndrome / myalgic encephalomyelitis / CFIDS, sponsored by the publisher of CFSNEWS. http://www.cfs-news.org/

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / Myalgic encephalomyelitis NEWS SOURCES INFO FILES DISCUSSION GROUPS CFS-RELATED WEB PAGES ... Non-CFS links This web page is provided by Roger Burns , the publisher of CFS-NEWS . See also the introductory essays about CFS Latest version: September 19, 2001 NEWS LATEST NEWS CFS-NEWS Newsletter LATEST NEWS about CFS/M.E. CFS-NEWS Electronic Newsletter CO-CURE info exchange: Search Archives ... Brussels CFS medical conference report, Sept. 9-11, 1999 ME-NET (Netherlands) Search Archives CFS Weekly Radio Show Texts ... CFIDS Assoc: News and Advocacy (USA) Youth Action Online (U.K.) CFS NewsWire archive Back to the Top INFORMATION FILES AND DOCUMENTS FAQ Doctors Page QUICK Index CFS FAQ (answers to frequently asked questions) Doctors CFS page CDC Definition article , 1994; Fukuda et al. American Journal of Medicine Symposium on CFS , Sept 1998 Myalgic encephalomyelitis ME-NET Research Papers Royal Colleges Report Psychiatric bias paper , by Jason, et al., 1997 U.K. National Task Force on CFS/ME, 30 Sep 1998 Dealing with Doctors When You Have CFS , by Camilla Cracchiolo, R.N. Where Can I find a good CFS doctor?

3. Action For M.E. Information about myalgic encephalomyelitis from national charity campaigning to improve the lives of people with the condition. Includes an appeal for volunteers. http://www.afme.org.uk

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4. Myalgic Enchephalomyelitis This is a resource page for myalgic encephalomyelitis (M.E.), sponsored by the publisher of CFSNEWS. M.E. has also been known as myalgic encephalopathy, postviral fatigue syndrome, and epidemic http://www.cfs-news.org/me.htm

MYALGIC ENCEPHALOMYELITIS Updated: Tuesday, October 5, 1999 Introduction Definitions Lancet, 1956 Acheson, 1959 ... Resources Introduction Recent discussions at the Brussels conference and elsewhere have helped to clarify that myalgic encephalomyelitis (M.E.) and CFS are not the same entity. There has been confusion about this, even in Britain where M.E. was first defined and studied under that name. What exactly is M.E.? According to M.E. experts the key difference between M.E. and chronic fatigue syndrome is that M.E. requires the criterion of easy fatiguability following minimal exertion and a delay in recovery of muscle strength. Definitions M.E. has been described several times in medical literature. It was first defined in an editorial published in the Lancet in 1956 which discussed several epidemic outbreaks of prior years. This first description was rather loose and was not very specific. In later years Ramsay, EG Dowsett and others refined the definition of M.E. in various published papers. After Ramsay died in 1990, Dowsett et al. wrote the latest version of the M.E. definition now known as the "London criteria". These have been used in recent papers by Costa (Brainstem perfusion is impaired in patients with CFS, QJM 1995; 88:767-773) and Scholey (A comparison of the cognitive deficits seen in M.E. to Alzheimer's Disease, Proceedings of the British Psychological Society, 1999, January, 12).

5. The No1 Domain Name Information about diagnosis, symptoms, causes, treatments and links. http://www.theno1website.co.uk

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6. The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association Of Ontario How to Become a Member. How to Donate. Volunteers Wanted! Whats New. About us. About ME CFS. Parents and Youths. Coping. Disability Assistance. Support groups. http://www.meao-cfs.on.ca/

7. Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue/Severe Myalgic Encephalomyelitis By: MED-HELP.COM & RECOGNITION OF myalgic encephalomyelitis AS A SERIOUS AND DEBILITATING Fibromyalgia or Severe myalgic encephalomyelitis. Severe myalgic encephalomyelitis is Characterized by the http://www.med-help.net/Page20.html

"This Page is Huge" Please allow time for it to download! If after download is complete and you still can not see all of it, Use the Refresh Button! A Non Profit Christian Medical Ministry. Your Family Medical Site For Up To Date Medical Information, From Licensed Medical Professionals. Myalgic Encephalomyelitis: This Site Is Approved By: We subscribe to the HONcode principles of the Health On the Net Foundation StudyWeb Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS): What It Is Maybe How Fibromyalgia/CFIDS/MPS/ME Affects the Body FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WERE TOLD THAT YOU WERE "NUTS" PLEASE READ PAGE 24. IT MIGHT HELP. FIBROMYALGIA CHAT: For Audio Chat: CLICK HERE Enter a nickname to go OnChat! " Coming Soon " (THIS PAGE LAST UPDATED: NEW Fibromyalgia, CFIDS, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis: BULLETIN BOARD NEW MEDICAL "CHARTING" TEMPLATES: For Charting: Medications, ROM - Ask The Nurse Ask The Doctor Tuolumne County: Medical Doctors Doctor List by State San Joaquin CFIDS/ME/FMS: Support Group: News Letter- You Will Need To Research- NOW AVAILABLE: NEW Fibro- News Updates " Now " Posted @ The Above Page link!

8. BBC NEWS | Health | Medical Notes | Myalgic Encephalomyelitis myalgic encephalomyelitis or chronic fatigue syndrome has only been recognised by doctors in recent years after originally being dismissed as yuppie flu . http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/medical_notes/97509.stm

Home TV Radio Talk ... Programmes Last Updated: Wednesday, 20 May, 1998, 17:39 GMT 18:39 UK E-mail this to a friend Printable version Myalgic encephalomyelitis Myalgic encephalomyelitis or chronic fatigue syndrome has only been recognised by doctors in recent years, after originally being dismissed as 'yuppie flu'. The first symptoms are , in fact, often similar to flu, but they do not go away and, in many cases, may become worse. Some experts remain to be convinced of its existence as a discrete illness, mainly because no one cause has been identified and symptoms often vary for different patients. What are the symptoms? The main symptoms are debilitating fatigue, muscle pain, and mental fogginess. The cause of chronic fatigue cannot be explained by other conditions, such as depression, and it does not improve substantially after periods of rest. Some patients also have difficulty in concentrating, short-term memory impairment, sore throats, headaches and insomnia. Some people have such severe symptoms that they are confined to bed while others only suffer fatigue when they come up against stressful situations. What causes ME?

9. Waterloo Wellington M.E. Association - M.E. - The Illness The WWMEA provides support group meetings and information for those affected by CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome), ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis), CFIDS (chronic http://ca.geocities.com/wwmea/aboutme.html

Home The WWMEA M.E. - The Illness Children ... Using This Site WWMEA M.E. - The Illness M.E. can be described as an INVISIBLE CHRONIC ILLNESS There are no visible symptoms to see such as a rash or a cut. Most M.E. sufferers are so ill or in so much pain that they are house-bound. Thus, they are out-of-sight. M.E. is a chronic, debilitating multi-system disorder comprised of numerous symptoms which include extreme malaise, pain, cognitive dysfunction, and overwhelming fatigue. At this time there is no cure for this illness. M.E. has similar symptoms to many disorders, but should not be confused with them. The links at left will guide you through information regarding M.E. The information presented here is not intended to be comprehensive, but rather, to be a starting point for readers to find relevant information about M.E. The links to external web sites are not intended to be a complete listing of all M.E. sites on the internet. However, you will discover that most of the links that are provided, have many more links to peruse. WHO GETS M.E.?

10. MEBC Home Page MEFM. The myalgic encephalomyelitis and. Fibromyalgia Societies of BC. We have recently merged the myalgic encephalomyelitis Society of BC and The BC Fibromyalgia Society into one http://www.mefm.bc.ca/

MEFM The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Fibromyalgia Societies of BC We have recently merged the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Society of BC and The BC Fibromyalgia Society into one organization in order to share our resources and to provide our members with consistency of services, information and support. This website, currently being updated, will assist people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Fibromyalgia (FM), their families, healthcare providers and the general public to better understand ME and FM. NEWS FLASH! Major Medical First Brings Help to Millions of Canadians with Fibromyalgia! For more information click on the link below. http://mefmaction.net/Default.aspx?Page=news Vancouver Health Show Ocotober, 2003 To visit the former BC Fibromyalgia Society web pages click here To visit the former Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Society of BC web pages click here Information provided on this site is for education purposes only. Please consult your physician or allied health professional for treatment. This site is free for personal use only. MEFM Societies of BC New contact information for both Societies: Box 462, 916 West Broadway Avenue

11. Online Help For Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Information and a number of resources for sufferers from myalgic encephalomyelitis, Post Viral Syndrome and Fibromyalgia. http://www.ostrust.freeserve.co.uk/

Overton Studios Trust WELCOMES YOU! We are a UK Registered Christian Charity We provide world-wide support and holistic healing for sufferers from: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Post Viral Syndrome (PVS) Chronic Fatigue and Immune Deficiency Syndrome (CFIDS) Fibromyalgia (FM) MISSION Our mission is to help sufferers from these conditions to manage their condition more effectively and finally to bring it under their control. METHODS We produce videos, books, a brochure, newsletters and leaflets. Individual sufferers may consult our resident medical officer in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, UK. He has thoroughly controlled his own ME and is thus in a unique position to help others. We run the OSTrust Club, a unique and ethical club designed to provide world-wide benefit and support for ME / CFS / PVS / FM / CFIDS sufferers, their carers, relatives and friends.

12. M.E. Society Of America The myalgic encephalomyelitis Society of America concentrates on CFS research information and advocacy issues. http://www.cfids-cab.org/MESA/

"This illness is to fatigue what a nuclear bomb is to a match. It’s an absurd mischaracterization." Laura Hillenbrand, Bestselling author of Seabiscuit References American M.E. Review Advocacy ... Reprint Policy Unfortunately, in 1988, what was historically known both as myalgic encephalomyelitis and as the well-documented epidemic neuromyasthenia was renamed “Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” by employees at the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), who imposed the misleading “fatigue” term onto patients and researchers. In 1994, more damage was done when the CDC broadened the definition for CFS to include many diverse, unrelated diseases, for which “CFS” became an umbrella term. Currently, a government-appointed name-change workgroup has proposed a new umbrella term, Neuroendocrineimmune Dysfunction Syndrome (NDS ), under which Ramsay, Canadian, and other selection criteria subsets would be placed. Others have argued that the muscle and neuroendocrine dysfunction may follow from inadequate oxygen delivery to tissues, either from coagulopathy, blood viscosity, and deposits of fibrin; or blood with high values of red cells with altered margins – or both. When the capacity of cells to take up and release oxygen is impaired, the body shifts to anaerobic metabolism, wherein incomplete metabolism of glycogen leads to the formation of lactic acid, which further impairs oxygen delivery. Brain, nerves, heart, skeletal muscles, and endocrine glands have higher requirements for oxygen and nutrient substrates, require more energy, and react to deficiencies with more serious consequences.

13. Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFID myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS) myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) is becoming more and more widespread in Western countries http://www.acupuncture.com/Acup/ME.htm

Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS) by by Giovanni Maciocia Homepage Back Introduction Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) is becoming more and more widespread in Western countries. ME is the name most commonly used in the UK, while in the USA it is now called Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS). This condition is also variously called "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome", "Postviral Syndrome", or "Postviral Fatigue Syndrome". I personally make a distinction between "true" ME and "not true" ME which I call "Postviral Fatigue Syndrome", and this distinction (and its significance) will be explained shortly. WESTERN VIEW <0.00001. In the USA, research seems to be oriented more towards the Epstein-Barr virus (the one that causes mononucleosis or glandular fever) as a cause of ME. CHINESE VIEW From the point of view of Chinese medicine, two main conditions explain the pathogenesis of ME: residual pathogenic factor and Latent Heat. Residual pathogenic factor One of the main conditions leading to ME is that of "residual pathogenic factor". If external Wind invades the body and is not cleared properly, or if the person fails to rest during an acute invasion of Wind, the pathogenic factor may remain in the Interior (usually as either Heat, Phlegm-Heat or Damp-Heat). Here, on the one hand, it continues to produce symptoms and signs and, on the other, it predisposes the person to further invasions of exterior pathogenic factors because it obstructs the proper diffusing and descending of Lung-Qi. Moreover, it will also tend to weaken Qi and/or Yin, establishing a vicious circle of pathogenic factor and deficiency.

14. Association Of Young People With ME - AYME - ME/CFS Charity Support, news and information for children and young people with myalgic encephalomyelitis. http://www.ayme.org.uk/

news about AYME join medical ... members' area Join AYME and let us be there to help you AYME (pronounced ‘aim’) was founded in 1995 and is now the largest national charity for children and young people with ME aged 5 to 25. We provide support, advice and information to young people with ME and their families and friends. We help break the isolation that children and young people with ME feel, and make sure their voice is heard at all levels. We have won awards for our services to members and our volunteering opportunities. Our philosophy is that we are a young people’s organisation run by the members for the members. Over 300 AYMErs of all ages and abilities take an active part in running the organisation – including designing this website – building-up their skills, confidence and self-esteem. AYME is free to join for sufferers between the ages of 5 and 25 and who live in the UK. Click here for the top ten reasons why our members say all young people with ME should join: For more information, click here >> Raise Awareness of AYME Information on how AYME members can raise awareness of ME and AYME in ME Awareness Week 2004. Click for more details >> Exam concessions Read our education advisor's updated guide on the extra help you're entitled to when sitting exams.

15. Personality Of Patients With Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. The personality of patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis. A controlled followup of cases involved in an epidemic of ‘Benign myalgic encephalomyelitis’. http://freespace.virgin.net/david.axford/articl01.htm

The personality of patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis. A replication of a study by McEvedy and Beard. EM Goudsmit PhD C.Psychol. Chartered Health Psychologist. ME Research Online Volume 1 Number Abstract Introduction Method Results Neuroticism Extraversion Discussion Acknowledgements References Table 1 Table 2 This article was written in 1988. ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to replicate earlier research by McEvedy and Beard, using a group of people with a clear diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.). Their scores on the EPI were compared to those recorded by a non-symptomatic control group as well as a group of patients suffering from another chronic illness (M.S. group). The results suggest that the slightly raised Neuroticism scores of people with M.S. do not necessarily indicate a hysterical personality or neuroticism. Both the limitations of the EPI as a measure of Neuroticism and Extraversion in people with physical illnesses and the psycho-social sequelae of conditions such as M.E. may have affected the responses on the inventory. These factors should also be considered when interpreting the data obtained by McEvedy and Beard. Consequently, it was impossible to draw any firm conclusions about the role of personality in the aetiology of M.E. INTRODUCTION

16. MCS Heightened Sense Network Support group and forum for those suffering from multiple chemical sensitivity, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and myalgic encephalomyelitis. http://pub21.ezboard.com/bmcsheightenedsensesnetwork

"); else document.write(""); // > "Society will ignore its canaries at its own peril, for rather than being pitiful freaks we are the barometers of all humankind." Diana Crumpler Announcements Internet Resources What Is MCS? What’s Really In That Perfume You Love? MCS On Film: "Safe" starring Julianne Moore Today's Top Environmental News Stories! ... Environmental Yellow Pages more to come..... Suggested Reading Books About MCS What Pollutants Are In Your Neighborhood? Click Here To Find Out In Memoriam Cindy Duehring Julia Kendall Irene Wilkenfeld Featured Article MCS-Heightened Senses Network Invite Friends! Join Live Chat! Login Register Your Free Account (Required) Search Help ... Need help logging in? Multiple Chemical Sensitivity- Heightened Senses Network is an online chemical injury support group and forum for those who have been chemically injured and suffer from any of the following chemically related illnesses: Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), Environmental Illness, Sick Building Syndrome, Toxic Injury, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and Gulf War Syndrome among many other forms of chemical injury. MCS is a disorder triggered by exposures to chemicals in the environment. Individuals with MCS can have symptoms from chemical exposures at concentrations far below the levels tolerated by most people. Symptoms typically occur in more than one area in the body, such as the nervous system and the lungs. Exposure may be from the air, from food or water, or through skin contact. The symptoms may come and go with exposures, though some individuals may have delayed reactions. As MCS gets worse, reactions become more severe and increasingly chronic, often significantly affecting bodily functions. (Envionmental Illness Society of Canada)

17. Diaryland Members Area The journal of a Scots writer and photographer struggling with the debilitating condition myalgic encephalomyelitis. http://catsmother.diaryland.com

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18. The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association Of Ontario ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION. Welcome to the web site of The myalgic encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario. Our wish for you as you http://www.meao-cfs.on.ca/about_us/index.shtml

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION BROCHURES AND VIDEOS MISSION STATEMENT ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION Welcome to the web site of The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario. Our wish for you as you travel through our web site is that you are informed about M.E./CFS and that you feel reassured that you are not alone with your illness. (Throughout the site, we use M.E./CFS as an abbreviation for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.) We hope you enjoy your visit and gain knowledge and understanding of our illness. However, the information that you will read on our web site is not to be taken as a means of a diagnosis but for an educational purpose only. We do not endorse any treatment, product or service. A diagnosis should only be made by a qualified physician. Understanding the illness, will help you, or those you know are affected, to cope. OUR MAILING ADDRESS The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario P.O. Box 84522 , 2336 Bloor Street West Toronto, Ontario, Canada

19. Type_Document_Title_here Details about this nonprofit organization dealing with myalgic encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia. Includes a downloadable newsletter, information roster, and discusses active projects. http://www3.sympatico.ca/me-fm.action/

THE NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK NO LONGER RESIDES ON THIS SERVER. IF YOU WOULD CLICK ON AND UPDATE YOUR BOOKMARKS TO THE FOLLOWING URL, YOU WILL BE DIRECTED TO THE NEW SITE. NEW NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK WEBSITE

20. Waterloo Wellington M.E. Association The WWMEA provides support group meetings and information for those affected by CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome), M.E. (myalgic encephalomyelitis), CFIDS (chronic fatigue and immune dysfunction The http://ca.geocities.com/wwmea

Home The WWMEA M.E. - The Illness M.E. - Self-Help ... Using This Site MAY 12 IS INTERNATIONAL M.E. AWARENESS DAY SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL M.E. ORGANIZATION Home The WWMEA M.E. - The Illness M.E. - Self-Help ... Using This Site WWMEA Waterloo Wellington Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association P.O. Box 20075 Pioneer Park Post Office Kitchener, Ontario, Canada email: wwmea@yahoo.ca The Waterloo Wellington Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association (WWMEA) is a registered charitable organization (not-for-profit) that provides support group meetings and information for those affected by M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). M.E. is a painful, chronic, debilitating illness that affects many bodily systems. The WWMEA operates in Southwestern Ontario within Wellington County and the Region of Waterloo serving cities such as Cambridge, Guelph, Kitchener and Waterloo (KW). This area is also referred to as the Golden Triangle of Ontario as well as Canada's Technology Triangle. The WWMEA relies on membership fees and donations to cover operating expenses. Charitable Tax Receipts will be issued for donations from within Canada. Funds are also raised through the Zehrs Save-A-Tape Program of Zehrs Supermarkets. M.E. is comprised of numerous symptoms such as impairment in short-term memory, impairment in concentration, sore throat, tender lymph nodes, exhaustion, muscle pain, multijoint pain, headaches (of a new type, pattern, or severity), unrefreshing sleep and post-exertional malaise lasting more than 24 hours.

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