A New Cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Has Been Found
The exact causes of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are still unknown, which has become a challenge for researchers worldwide. Scientists from California recently put forward the theory that CFS may be the result of infection with enteroviruses.
Dr. Helene
Mysterious syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome has recently been considered a disease and scientists have given it the name of myalgic encephalomyelitis. Its main symptoms are extreme weakness, drowsiness, and lack of strength. The causes include a weakened immune system, physical or emotional stress, disorders of energy metabolism, and genetic predisposition.
Chronic fatigue and stomach problems
Enteroviruses are a group of viruses that cause infectious diseases that are usually mild. They are spread through contaminated water and food. More than 90 % of people infected with enteroviruses either have no symptoms or are nonspecific such as a flu-like condition with fever and muscle aches, respiratory distress, fever with rash, or gastro...
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