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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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Questions Answered By Expert Candy
In Category Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Subject	Date Asked

CFIDS	9/19/2008
Q: i was just wondering around sites trying to find more information about CFIDS. Just last night i ... A: Any Internal Medicine physician or General Practioner will be able to run an Epstien Barr blood ...
lifestyle	7/8/2008
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?	7/7/2008
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/CFS	6/5/2008
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 ...
I might have CFS	4/23/2008
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 ...
Newly diagnosed with EBV	2/21/2008
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 treatments	2/13/2008
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 ...
cfs-epstein-barr	11/24/2007
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 ...
achy.	7/16/2007
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 ...
CFS or other mystery ailment? Where to start...	6/5/2007
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 ...
Need Advice	5/23/2007
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	4/21/2007
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 ...
treating CFS	4/17/2007
Q: I am a Medical Doctor treating patients with CFS/Fibromyalgia I am located in brooklyn Most major ... A: I will add it to my list. It would be great if you would volunteer as an expert on the subject here ...
chronic fatigue	4/15/2007
Q: i'm 18 and i've had cfs for 3 years as well as mono and epstein barr on and off. how do you live ... A: There is no proven cure for CFIDS. Treatments in current use only help relieve symptoms. Most ...
cfs	4/6/2007
Q: I had it for about 15 years or more. Its terrible. Doctors are quacks they dont know anything about ... A: First I am going to give you a list of Natural Remedies that have helped me. Vitamins and Minerals ...
New to CFS and feel helpless & hopeless	11/1/2006
Q: I guess I should say I'm not really new to cfs but have put it behind my fms and now I am so sick ... A: Applying for Social Security Disability based on CFIDS or Fibromyalgia alone can be an ordeal in ...
cfs/fms	7/13/2006
Q: ------------------------- Candy- Thank You so much for responding. Im at a loss here because I have ... A: Keep the journal until you win your case. No you don't have to pay for the attorney up front. They ...
cfs/fms	7/8/2006
Q: Im newly diagnosed after a run in with epstein-barr. im only 28 and have applied for disability. i ... A: I hate to say it, but you will get turned down. The first time will be on paper. appeal it (they ...
doctor	6/18/2006
Q: Candy what kind of doctor is best to treat CFS? Im not sure but i have been so tired for several ... A: Unfortunately there is no specialist for CFIDS. You'll be lucky to find a doctor that knows ...
Finding a Doctor that treats CFS in NYC	6/5/2006
Q: I am looking high and low to locate a doctor that specializes in CFS and is in NYC. While I have ... A: Since I live in California the best I can do for you is send you some websites that may be able to ...
unbelievably exhausted	5/18/2006
Q: I am unbelievably tired and achey. Would you please provide me with symptoms of this cruel un ... A: Have your doctor run an Epstein Barr test, which is a simple blood test to test for the presence of ...
Sooo Tired of being tired	8/15/2005
Q: What are some of the things you do to get energy, and feel better? I am a single mother of two, and ... A: http://www.fms-cfsfriends.com/index.html http://www.chronicfatiguesupport.com/ To be honest with ...
Chronic Fatigue (general)	6/23/2005
Q: I was diagnosed with CFIDS 5 years ago and am currently doing my best to alleviate this condition. ... A: First I am going to give you a list of Natural Remedies that have helped me. Vitamins and Minerals ...
chronic fatigue...	5/19/2005
Q: I am a french canadian so excuse me if my english is bad. I have chronic fatigue and immune ... A: I'm sorry to say there is no cure for CFIDS. All you can do is treat the symptoms. If you have a ...
CFIDS symptoms	4/24/2005
Q: I read your "expertise" description and wanted to ask you some questions. I was considering being ... A: I'm sorry that it has taken me so long to respond to your question, but as you know, we have our ...
CFIDS and Epstein-Barr	2/11/2005
Q: The description of your expertise was so understanding it made me teary. I have recently been ... A: Yes to all your questions. Patients testing positive for EBV have either been exposed or had ...
Chronic Fatigue and Joint pain	1/9/2005
Q: I need some guidance on my fatigue and joint pain/stiffness. When I go to work I come home and eat ... A: Pain associated with CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome) travels & is rarely ...
CFS	9/29/2004
Q: I had mononucleosis when i was 16 and am now 32. im wondering if that can affect me now because im ... A: Yes. Ask your doctor to test you for Epstein-Barr. It's a simple blood test that most patients ...

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