What is an effective way to deal with Cronic Fatigue Syndrome?
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Wow sorry to hear about this. I myself have MS with Chronic pain so I know exactly where you are coming from because that was my diagnosis along with fibromyalgia for many years.\nLearn to pace yourself and to stop beating yourself up because you CAN'T do it today.\n It isn't easy but with time it will be\n Check out the fibro site below they offer some pretty good advice on dealing with all those issues you mention.
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Firstly you should begin to drink as much water as you can every day...at least 8 glasses or 2 litres. I know it sounds a lot but it can be done. What you will find is that you will no longer have the same thirst for tea, coffee, juices and soft drinks. In short anything you used to take in for fluid. Please still drink your favourites but don't be surprised if you just don't feel like them. Good Luck.\n.\nSecondly, providing you have no allergy to this, begin taking a good magnesium supplement. There are many reputable brands out there. This primarily assists with circulation problems ie cramping. Do not expect overnight miracles, although you may notice an improvement quickly. It is as likely that you may have to take them for 2-4 weeks before you begin noticing a lessening of your cramps. Whatever supplement you take read the ingredients carefully and question the shop assistant if you do not understand anything. Good Luck.\n.\nThirdly, invest in a soft cushion with herbs like lavender inside which are designed to be heated in a microwave. I have one of these and I used it nightly for my recurring stiff neck and the ensuing headaches I suffered. It was wonderful. Lovely and warm and soothing and the smell just helped me so much drift off to sleep. There are many kinds on the market. Look for those in chemists, health food shops, variety stores and practitioners of aromatherapy healing products. I suggest you ensure the one that you buy is made of a soft snuggly kind of material. Place it under or over the area of your leg getting the cramps so that you are comfortable to fall sleep with it there. Good Luck.\n.\nThe above three suggestions will work together for a long term eradication of your cramps. I wish you well. Of course the short term solution is the heated pillow/cushion.
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"GET OUT OF BED: \n\nOne of the most important things you can do is get up at about the same time every morning (even week-ends). Preferably, that means about 7 a.m. or earlier. You might not feel like it but Get Up. Such regularity helps your body function more normally so you're more likely to feel normal. \n\nLIGHTS: \n\nLight helps your body function better. So turn on a lot of lights as soon as you arise. Open curtains to get more sunlight. Better yet, go outdoors into the sunshine as soon as you can. Remove any eyewear so light will enter more readily (glass cuts out some of the sun's rays). But don't stare at the sun, of course. \n\nMOVE: \n\nBe active right away -- oxygenate! That means getting up and walking around your dwelling for five or 10 minutes, or perhaps riding an exercycle. Mild exercise gets the blood flowing and transports more oxygen throughout your body (especially to your brain), helping you feel mentally alert and alive. \n\nMUSIC: \n\nSelect and play some energetic, happy music as you dress and have your breakfast. The audiovisual department of most libraries has albums and tapes you can check out. \n  \n\nBREAKFAST: \n\nBegin your breakfast with protein (i.e., meat, eggs, peanut butter, nuts, cheese). When you get up, your body chemistry is ready to convert food, especially protein,into longlasting energy. To balance your most important meal of the day, add an orange or other fresh fruit and whole grain cereal or whole grain bread. \n\nTALK WITH SOMEONE: \n\nOne of the quickest ways to beat the blues is to interact with others. You might not feel like doing that - you'd rather avoid people when blue. So make lt easier on yourself. Talk with someone you enjoy about a subject you enjoy so there is definite give and take. \n\nAnd, force yourself to say "hello" to the persons next to you in class, those where you live, anyone around. \n\nLIMIT CAFFEINE: \n\nThe long-term (four hours or so) effects of caffeine are depression. Try to limit coffee to no more than one cup in the morning. Coffee can make you more alert for an hour or so, but later you get an opposite reaction. Caffeine tends to increase the release of insulin in the blood, and insulin lowers the blood sugar level. When you have low blood sugar levels, you begin to feel less sure of yourself, and have low energy levels, which can lead to the blues or depression. \n\nLIMIT SUGAR: \n\nSugar might give you an initial rush of energy, but within an hour or so the blood sugar level can become low, and when it's low you may feel low, too. \n\nThe caffeine/sugar cycle. It's easy to get caught in the caffeine and sugar cycle -- having coffee, caffeinated soft drinks, or something with sugar every two hours or so to "stay up." For example, cola contains about 10 teaspoons of sugar plus caffeine equal to about half a cup of coffee. In addition to bringing on the blues, this cycle can result in dependence, poor nutrition. and obesity -- reasons to get down on yourself even more and feel blue. \n\nMAINTAIN FIBER: \n\nFiber helps food go through your digestive system at a proper rate, giving a more constant energy supply. Highly processed foods merely provide a quick surge of energy which can be followed by depression. You can maintain fiber in your diet by eating an orange or grapefruit rather than just drinking the juice. Eat fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, and whole grain breads and cereals. \n\nSTRESS B COMPLEX: \n\nSome persons report receiving help by taking a concentrated vitamin B complex. You'll find these called something like "Stress B" or "B 50." This is controversial. \nSome nutritionists say, "Yes, this really should be considered," and others say, "No, this is not a good Idea." You can try some and decide whether or not it helps you. If it does help, then perhaps you should consult a nutritionist to see if there are other ways you can augment your die
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i would try meditation, exercise, improving diet and getting plenty of rest.  you have to start with the basics in order to build up to mental preparedness.  by meditation i would say sitting on the floor (maybe with some pillows) for about 20 min - hour, close your eles and concentrate.  dont let anything distract you and just be relaxed calm and in control.  for the diet i would cut back on excessive loads of sugar and make sure you are getting 3 meals a day with plenty of water.  soda pop would not be something you should be drinking.  for sleep at least 8 hours a night possibly 9.  go to bed regularly at the same time every nite and wake up at the same time.  afer you have done all that then i would start doing some crossword puzzles and suduko puzzles.  also make a concious effort to be polite and communicate properly with others.  none of the whatever's, slang words, ums and's, filler words.  \n\nremember the basics first. \n\nif you are in a situation where you think you might have a medical problem then go see a dr as soon as possible.
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1. A warm bath with lavendar salts. Lavendar is very calming. Try it. \n2. Warm milk. \n3. Have a bedtime routine an hour before bed. Do these same things each day, at the same time. The body will adjust and start expecting sleep then. Eg. A bath, some milk, a light read or some passive activity where you don't have to think much, brushing etc. etc. \n4. Think of good things, stay hopeful and positive and you will feel relaxed.\n\nGoodluck!
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Resting awhile is the best cure. Other than that, I would suggest eating bananas due to their potassium levels. (I'm not sure if this will actually help, but it helps with charlie horses so it's worth a try.)
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Cool water. not too cold. drink it.\nThen take a cool (not cold) shower and go to bed. Do not sleep with a light on! Try to reduce your stress level. \nExercise is great for stress. just 10 or 15 minutes two or three days a week can make a real difference. Open a window. Fresh air is the best. helps the blood circulate and if it is migraines that's the best thing. Also, try not to get over heated or too cold.
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I have this same problem I also take vitamin supplements for this the only thing that truelly makes me feel better is long rest periods in between daily routines...I don't believe there really is a "cure all" for CFS...Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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ok this used too happen to me all the time and i used to cry every night and this is what i did to stop it:\n\n*eat bananas (seriously potasium will stop the cramps)\n*prop your legs up on a pillow (works like a charm)\n*don't over exercise (sometimes if you run or bicycle it will cause cramps)\n*drink plenty or water during the day\n....and don't forget the bananas or potasium supplement!!!
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Yes the first answer is a true one.  It can be better described as Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome, where you body never really gets over a previous attack such as Epstein Barr.\nBest thing is to take good rest, and you could try the natural anti-virals, such as elderberry extract, or oregano. Both have proven anti-viral capability.\n\nGood rest, a light workout schedule, and good nutrition is all you can do.  A positive outlook is helpful.  Do NOT get depressed over it, as it will wear you down more, dwelling on it.\n\nStay strong of mind, and keep fighting it.  Good luck
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I don't know your gender or what you do for a living, but you might have a virus or a high level of yeast (which can also happen to men) or symptoms related to flu or chronic fatigue syndrome. Stop eating white flour, sugar, bread and cereals, caffeine. Drink more water, say 6 to 10 glasses a day. Eat more vegetables, especially broccoli and green leafy vegetables in general. Stretch before you start moving in the morning. This is a hard one, but get at least another hour of sleep if you aren't sleeping at least 7 hours a night, and if you aren't doing light to moderate exercise, start it. If you are over-doing it on exercise, cut back and try walking instead. If your problem persists, you may need to see a chiropractor or a doctor. Sometimes back problems affect other parts of your body as well. Another strong possibility is hypothyroidism, where low thyroid function is causing stiffness in your joints, especially the shoulder area. If you are just miserable it's probably time to see a doctor.
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its really tough.  My mom had CFS (also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), post-viral fatigue syndrome (PVFS)) for at least 10 years and still has issues\n\naloe juice can help, especially with the bowels, routines are a must, and make sure that exercise is performed as frequently as possible, even if she is exhausted.\n\nTreatment for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) focuses on making you feel better so that you can resume a normal life. Simple measures you can take at home—such as improving your sleep habits and getting gentle exercise—are important parts of treatment. Talking with a counselor or psychologist has been proven to be helpful for people with CFS.6, 7\n\nAlthough there is no cure for CFS, many of its symptoms do respond to treatment.
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Train alot and work through pain barriers.  Fatigue makes cowards of us all.  The greater your ability to deal with the pain of fatigue the  greater  your will to prevail.
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Hi there, try these.\n\nNatural Therapies\n\n\nB group vitamins are of benefit in times of stress when B group vitamins and vitamin C are depleted. For best results choose one with added magnesium which assists in muscle relaxation\n\nHerbs traditionally used for their sedative actions, such as valerian, passion flower and hops may also provide relief of nervous tension, stress and mild anxiety. When taken in a low dose they do not cause day-time drowsiness and are therefore useful for occupational stress, examination jitters and as a relaxant and mild sedative for stress and insomnia\n\nIf you are feeling anxious, try hypericum, which has been clinically proven to improve the symptoms of anxiety.\n\nImportant Notes\nIf you are feeling under stress all or most of the time, chances are your body is feeling it too. Take time out to evaluate your situation and long-term ways to deal with it, and consult your healthcare professional for supportive therapy and advice.\n\nPrevention\nYour body is less likely to be affected by stress when it's in good health. Stop smoking, commence a regular exercise programme and maintain a balanced diet, and you will find that you don't get stressed as easily.\n\nIf you know that you are particularly susceptible to stress, consider taking up meditation or doing a course to develop new problem-solving skills. Sometimes changing the way you look at problems changes the way you react to them. For help in these areas, ask your healthcare professional to refer you to a teacher in your area.\n Hope this helps.\n\nCraig - Naturopath.
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Practice good sleeping habbits.\n\nDont.. ecxerice before 1hr sleeping.\n       dont drink coffee or any othe stimulant.\n       dont Use ur bed for anyother purpose but sleeping.\n       Dont eat heavy meals.
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You will get over it.\nUnless I was misdiagnosed, herbs, minerals, supplements, and refusing to think about and succumb to fatigue works wonders.\nBest to research and find your own regimen.
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Some people have it for life. Do a search on here for "Chronic fatigue syndrome cure" and theres loads listed. Indications show that a good diet will help and not overdoing the partying will help too. Herbally, try something like echinacea which is good for building a strong immune system. If she experiences inflammation in the nymph lodes then see a doctor who can provide painkillers. \n\nIt does re-occur. One gentleman on the net says its like having a battery which runs out quicker than other peoples batteries and when its run out the only way to top it up is by resting. Eventually he became used to the sensation and when it was about to run out he took a lot of good rest. By not pushing yourself too much, it will make things easier and with time you will be able to do a lot more.\n\nRemember - it is a virus which cannot be cured. The only way to get rid of it is for the body to build up enough defenses. Doctors reccommend not drinking alcohol and not overdoing exercise.\n\nThank you please!