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Chronic Fatigue Sydrome and the Effect On Sleep
By administrator | February 10, 2010
There is a perception that people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - CFS - are simply tired and that a “good night’s sleep” is all they require. But it’s not that simple. In fact CFS may almost be a sleep disorder in it’s own right. People with CFS obtain less sleep than others and the sleep they get may not be as deep or refreshing…read on.
Feeling tired is nothing strange or uncommon; we all lead lives which can take up all our energy. Chronic fatigue syndrome is best described as constant tiredness. Chronic fatigue symptoms are similar in character to high blood pressure and mild influenza so it may not be initially recognised by a medical specialist.
Chronic fatigue syndrome can persist for many months or even years. No matter how much rest or sleep you get you will still feel tired. There can be mild or severe headaches, nausea, muscle cramps and other side effects of this condition. It can cause individuals to take time off their job or school and feel anxious and stressed.
If you get in front of the wheel of a car and drive when you are feeling very tired the chance of having an accident dramatically increase.
Many people find that a change in diet and lifestyle can prevent tiredness. If you have tried altering your intake of caffeine, vitamins, and nutrients and still feel sleepy during most days then it may be necessary to visit a doctor. There are holistic approaches and prescription drugs that can be given to lesson some of the chronic fatigue symptoms.
The factors that cause chronic fatigue syndrome are still being discovered. It may be due to an infection or side effects from surgery. As yet there is no cure. The techniques and treatment that can be given will work on the symptoms rather than the actual cause.
If you have any pains or discomfort over a period of time then you will realise that there is something wrong. It can take some time for us to get concerned enough to visit our local health clinic. Chronic fatigue syndrome will gradually get worse over the months and years so it is best to get advice sooner rather than later.
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