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About Suzan Jackson
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Expertise
I have had CFS since March 2002. My 14-year old son and 10-year old son also has CFS. I have a scientific background (chemical engineering) and have read and researched extensively to try to help myself and my sons to improve our symptoms, with some success. I`ve also conferred with some of the top CFS doctors in the U.S. I have a lot of hard-won experience working with school systems to get appropriate support for my sons. This is a very debilitating and isolating illness, and I would be glad to help anyone else who is struggling with CFS themselves or with a family member. You can read about our experiences in learning to live with CFS at my blog: www.livewithcfs.blogspot.com.

Experience
Have had CFS/CFIDS since 2002.
Two young sons have CFS/CFIDS.

Organizations
CFIDS Association of America
Various listserves that provide up-to-date information on CFS research.

Publications
www.livewithcfs.blogspot.com

   

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SubjectDate AskedExpert

Potassium Limits7/29/2008Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: Johnson, I have been studying a bit, on the internet that is, concerning sodium/potassium imbalance ...
  A: It appears you are in fact well read on this matter. Potassium and Sodium are in opposition in the ...
Tiredeness and aches and pains7/23/2008Suzan Jackson
  Q: I don't know if I have asked my question in the right place, but would like any advice, or even who ...
  A: I'm glad to hear my suggestions and resources were helpful to you. Hopefully, you'll get some good ...
Tiredeness and aches and pains7/17/2008Suzan Jackson
  Q: I don't know if I have asked my question in the right place, but would like any advice, or even who ...
  A: I'm sorry to hear you're suffering so much and have been unable to find effective treatments yet. ...
medical mystery?7/9/2008Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: This is a little of the subject b/c I do not has CFS. But i'm having a hard time navigating this ...
  A: It is difficult for me to answer this question with the information you have given. It sounds ...
lifestyle7/8/2008Candy
  Q: Candy, when you were very ill, and you still had to juggle all of lifes demands, did you find a ...
  A: I am still what you would call "very ill" but in the beginning I learned a valuable lesson. I would ...
Epstein Barr symptoms/side effects and how do you seek good medical help?7/7/2008Candy
  Q: My daughter was just diagnosed with Chronic Epstein-Barr/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. She has seen a ...
  A: Yes.....CFIDS can cause irregularity. Below are some of the natural remedies use that have been ...
chronic EBV/CFS6/5/2008Candy
  Q: Good morning. I have Chronic EBV/CFS. I have tested positive for mono for almost two years now. The ...
  A: The way it was explained to me when I first was diagnosed with CFIDS was that people who test ...
advice for chronic tiredness?6/5/2008Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: I am ALWAYS tired, sometimes having to take up to 2 naps a day. I am on Adderall and Zoloft and ...
  A: To understand Chronic Fatigue better don't think of it as a single problem but rather an amalgam of ...
???6/2/2008Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: I don't know where I should ask this, but here it goes (I hope you can hep me!) 3 weeks ago my ...
  A: Wow, sounds like you've been through alot! The scope of your experiences and questions doesn't lend ...
tiredness/headaches4/30/2008Suzan Jackson
  Q: For about 12 months now I have suffered from constant tiredness and recently (in the last 3 months ...
  A: I'm sorry you're going through such a rough time. Based on what you've described, it is possible ...
I might have CFS4/23/2008Candy
  Q: How do I tell weather or not I have CFS? I have no energy ever I ALWAYS feel fatigued and always ...
  A: You need to get your doctor to run an Epstein Barr Virus test. If the results are positive then you ...
CFIDS and Beyond4/19/2008Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: I was diagnosed in 1987 with CFS this came after an extreme virus bout. I have since developed ...
  A: I do have some ideas. First, it sounds like you have a complicated clinical picture. Instead of ...
CFIDS and Beyond4/19/2008Suzan Jackson
  Q: I was diagnosed in 1987 with CFS this came after an extreme virus bout. I have since developed ...
  A: Mary - I'm sorry to hear you're having such a rough time. I don't know how much I can help you ...
Overnight work leaving me fatigued3/27/2008Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: Johnson, I'm 32 years old. About 195Ibs. I've recently been promoted from a security officer to ...
  A: David, First and foremost you need to re-establish your sleep wake cycle. Your body appears to be ...
Need a new CFS/FM Doctor3/5/2008Suzan Jackson
  Q: Susan, I'm sorry to read about all the trials you have with your health and that of your children ...
  A: How wonderful that you were able to see Dr. Lapp for awhile. I've heard he's excellent, and I've ...
Newly diagnosed with EBV2/21/2008Candy
  Q: I have been sick for over a month and just got a diagnosis yesterday of EBV. The doctor just sent ...
  A: While debilitating fatigue is the hallmark of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFIDS), a feeling of ...
CFS treatments2/13/2008Candy
  Q: Now I know that there aren't any cures for CFS and there are treatments for the symptoms but ...
  A: First I am going to give you a list of Natural Remedies that have helped me. Vitamins and ...
don't know where to turn12/21/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: I am 20 years old and I have had CFIDS since birth. I was diagnosed with chronic mononucleosis at ...
  A: Lindsay - Thanks for writing. It's amazing that your Mom's name is also Susan Jackson and that ...
cfs-epstein-barr11/24/2007Candy
  Q: My blood test came back positive for epstein barr syndrome. I also have every classic symptom of ...
  A: First I am going to give you a list of Natural Remedies that have helped me. Vitamins and Minerals ...
meds and docyors11/7/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: Suzan: 1) I have had ME/CFS for 8 years and have been debilitaded for 6 of those years. I am on ...
  A: Leah - I'm glad my response was helpful to you. I'm in bad shape myself today - not sure what ...
meds and docyors11/3/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: Suzan: 1) I have had ME/CFS for 8 years and have been debilitaded for 6 of those years. I am on ...
  A: Sorry for the delay - I haven't been feeling well the past couple of days. Sorry to hear you've ...
low body temperature9/10/2007Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: Could you please explain low body temperature and at what point should I be concerned with it? Th
  A: Susan, Low body temperature may indicate a problem with your thyroid function. Before you consider ...
cfs9/6/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: Are there any doctors you can recommend? I have had this condition for 15 years, but not as bad as ...
  A: Renee - You don't mention where you live. If you can tell me the state or region you live in, I ...
Chin Rash8/1/2007Anne Hillebrand
  Q: Okay I asked you a question the other day about my pain and rash. I was wondering you said you ...
  A: My overly acidic perspiration caused a horrible burning and itching if it stays on too long. Of ...
CFS or what7/30/2007Anne Hillebrand
  Q: I am 27 yrs old and I have severe pain in my legs, back, head, everywhere it seems it just depends ...
  A: Diana. Am glad you are seeing a doctor, as that would certainly be my first suggestion. The ...
CFS?7/23/2007Anne Hillebrand
  Q: It's a long story but I'll try to be brief: May 2005 got Mumps (I'm 29) had it for 3 weeks, on top ...
  A: "Sam". It's good to know you are seeking answers. If I had all this going on and my doctor didn't ...
ACHY.7/18/2007Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: im an 18 year old girl who suffers from depression and anxiety. i have chronic aches and pains & im ...
  A: No it is not conclusive. If you are chronically tired, you have chronic fatigue, no matter what the ...
ACHY.7/16/2007Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: im an 18 year old girl who suffers from depression and anxiety. i have chronic aches and pains & im ...
  A: Wow, you're well-versed in Medical Terminology for 18! The answer to your question is maybe. There ...
achy.7/16/2007Candy
  Q: im an 18 year old girl who suffers from depression and anxiety. i have chronic aches and pains & im ...
  A: You need to ask your doctor to run a blood test for the Epstein Barrr Virus. If it comes back ...
Possibly CFS?6/16/2007Anne Hillebrand
  Q: Anne, To give you better understanding of my situation, I will give you a brief summary of my past ...
  A: Well, Bernie, that certainly is a question! Thanks for writing. I'm not a medical professional, ...
do i have cfs ?6/12/2007Anne Hillebrand
  Q: i don't know if i have the cfs , to start i have difficulty to wake up in the morning but after a ...
  A: Mathieu. Thanks for your question. The problems you mention are serious, even if only because of ...
CFS or mystery virus? What to do...6/5/2007Michael L. Johnson, DC
  Q: Greetings, I have been sick for two months now with something resembling CFS - fatigue, headaches, ...
  A: I will try to answer your question as best I can with limited information. When you stress your ...
CFS or other mystery ailment? Where to start...6/5/2007Candy
  Q: Greetings, I have been sick for two months now with something resembling CFS - fatigue, headaches, ...
  A: While debilitating fatigue is the hallmark of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFIDS), a feeling of ...
CFS and Anti-Viral treatment5/25/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: Suzan: I've read through Dr. Teitelbaums book and found info on a physician named Dr. A. ...
  A: I'm also taking Valtrex right now for CFS. I've been on 500 mg per day for 6 weeks. I felt a ...
Need Advice5/23/2007Candy
  Q: I would appreciate your help. My boyfriend has been struggling for years trying to get a proper ...
  A: Tell him to ask his doctor to run a blood test for the Epstein Barr Virus. If it comes back ...
CFS and joint pain5/7/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: I have been "recovering" from CFS/FM for about 7-8 years now. My health has been steadily ...
  A: Maria - Sorry for the delay in responding to you. As I'm sure you know, life with CFS is ...
MS, CFS, EBV4/24/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: I am 44 years old and was just diagnosed positive with EVB with symptoms of sore throat, ...
  A: Connie - I'm sorry to hear that you've been so ill. Recurring sore throat, swollen glands, and ...
CFS?4/21/2007Anne Hillebrand
  Q: I am not sure if I have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome but maybe you can help me. Due to a very rough ...
  A: Laura. First, congratulations on being clean from drugs for 4 years! It sounds like you got into ...
CFS?4/21/2007Suzan Jackson
  Q: I am not sure if I have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome but maybe you can help me. Due to a very rough ...
  A: I'm sorry to hear you've been suffering so much. I wish I could help you, but I don't know anything ...
CFS4/21/2007Candy
  Q: I am not sure if I have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome but maybe you can help me. Due to a very rough ...
  A: Laura... It sounds like you have a lot going on with you so here's what I suggest you do: Ask your ...

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