Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Sooo Tired of being tired

Advertisement

Expert: - 8/15/2005


Question
What are some of the things you do to get energy, and feel better? I am a single mother of two, and I am so depressed about the way I feel. I feel like I have know one to talk to, or that understands how I feel. I need a friend who knows what I'm going through.

Thanks, Kathy

Answer
http://www.fms-cfsfriends.com/index.html

http://www.chronicfatiguesupport.com/

To be honest with you Kathey...there is no miracle treatment.  I sleep ALOT.  I take ephedra capsules (from a local nutrion store), which does help some.  I also take other vitamins and minerals.  Support is a big help.  I have listed a few sites that have chat rooms and bulliton boards.  I hope that helps.  If you have anymore questions, please feel free to ask.  Good luck.

http://www.chronicfatiguesupport.com/

http://www.foggyfriends.org/

http://www.supportpath.com/sl_c/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.htm

http://www.cfids.org/youth/ylinks.asp?view=print

http://www.cfids.org/youth/ylinks.asp?view=print

http://www.ncchem.com/32002.htm

http://www.soon.org.uk/problems/disability.htm  

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

All Answers

Answers by Expert:

Ask Experts

Volunteer

Candy

Expertise

I was diagnosed (finally) with CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue Immune Disfunction Syndrome) in 1993. I am currently in "remission" (for whatever that`s worth). I have experienced the full range of emotions that go along with this disease and will be glad to "listen" to anyone who needs to vent their fears, confusion, frustrations, anger...(it helps). I can share what worked for me and what others have shared that worked for them. I can steer you in directions of help (ie: Social Security Disability claims, natural remedies, support groups, etc.). You are not alone.

Experience

Since my diagnosis, I have done a lot of research on the illness. I started the first support group in my area and organized "training" for physicians, nurses and care givers who believed in this disease and wanted to treat their patients that suffered . (It helped that I had been a Paramedic for 10 years before getting sick and had some medical knowledge.)

Organizations
National CFIDS Association, American Association of Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics

Education/Credentials
Emergency Medical Technician II, Emergency Intensive Care Paramedic

©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.