Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/doctor
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Candy
what kind of doctor is best to treat CFS? Im not sure but i have been so tired for several years, bloodwork does not show anything that my family doc ran.
Unfortunately there is no specialist for CFIDS. You'll be lucky to find a doctor that knows anything about it. Have your family doctor run an Epstein Barr test. If it comes back positive you probably have it. If you do, check in your area for a support group.. They will most likely be able to recommend someone in your area. Good luck.
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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
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