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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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Questions Answered By Expert  Suzan Jackson 
In Category  Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

SubjectDate Asked

excercise10/27/2009
  Q: I have CFS and by the end of the day or the work week, I am too tired to exercise. Should I push ...
  A: Deborah - First, I'd like to apologize for the delay in getting back to you. I've been severely ...
cfs/bp/or neuro?10/16/2009
  Q: I am a mom with a new baby and 4 yr old. I am exhausted, but have been ill for 2 weeks. I had a ...
  A: I apologize for not getting back to you sooner. I've been very, very ill myself for weeks and ...
CFS?10/13/2009
  Q: my name is Genna and I was just browsing allexperts and I saw this Chronic Fatigue Syndrome page. I ...
  A: I'm not really an expert on pain, but I'll do my best to answer your questions. I've had CFS for 7 ...
Symptoms9/23/2009
  Q: I've had M.E/CFS for about 4 years; however in the last year or so I've been getting a lot better. ...
  A: First, I'd like to apologize for the long delay in responding to you. I've been in a very bad crash ...
CF9/23/2009
  Q: I'm seriously so tired during my waking hours that every second feels like a constant struggle ...
  A: First, I'd like to apologize for the long delay in responding to you. I've been very sick this past ...
CFD and Vitamin deficiency7/17/2009
  Q: This may not be exactly in your line of expertise, but I'm seeking an answer, and hopefully you'll ...
  A: I apologize for the delay - we were on vacation, and, with my kids home from school for the summer, ...
Fatigueness that disables me.7/16/2009
  Q: What kinds of medicine do doctors prescribe for CFS patients and for what dose in the USA (and if ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding to your question - we just got back from vacation, and with ...
I'm like a zombie these days along with everything else I'm experiencing6/5/2009
  Q: I'm posting in multiple categories because I'm unsure of who to ask. There's a lot to read but its ...
  A: I'm sorry to hear you've been through such a difficult time recently. I have had CFS (Chronic ...
Fibro3/20/2009
  Q: Have you tried Dr. Lerner's anti-viral treatment? Viewing his site I did not see how to get it ...
  A: I'm sorry you've been through so much, both with your health and with the hurricane. I don't have ...
CFS2/3/2009
  Q: I'm not sure if I really have this disease, I might just be paranoid. I am always tired though, at ...
  A: I'm sorry you're going through such a rough time. Based on what you've described, it is possible ...
sore throat12/15/2008
  Q: I heard that a sore throat was a common symptom of CFS. I was wondering if this sore throat comes ...
  A: Yes, sore throat and swollen glands are symptoms of CFS, but there are typically many other symptoms ...
CFS/ME9/20/2008
  Q: I have been diagnosed with CFS/ME since May this year, but have been unwell since Feb 2007. I am 16 ...
  A: I am so sorry to hear that you're going through such a difficult time. I have had CFS for 6 years, ...
Tiredeness and aches and pains7/23/2008
  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 pains7/17/2008
  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. ...
tiredness/headaches4/30/2008
  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 ...
CFIDS and Beyond4/19/2008
  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 ...
Need a new CFS/FM Doctor3/5/2008
  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 ...
don't know where to turn12/21/2007
  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 ...
meds and docyors11/7/2007
  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 docyors11/3/2007
  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 ...
cfs9/6/2007
  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 ...
CFS and Anti-Viral treatment5/25/2007
  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 ...
CFS and joint pain5/7/2007
  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, EBV4/24/2007
  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?4/21/2007
  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 ...
Meds or supplements for chronic fatigue4/4/2007
  Q: Suzan, Do you know of any medications or supplements that can be helpful for chronic fatigue? So ...
  A: Miriam - Thanks for the extra information. For myself and both of my sons (they're ages 9 and 12 ...
Meds or supplements for chronic fatigue4/1/2007
  Q: Suzan, Do you know of any medications or supplements that can be helpful for chronic fatigue? So ...
  A: It is difficult for me to recommend any medications without knowing more about your illness. You ...
epstein Barr-chronic fatigue9/25/2006
  Q: My husband was diagnosed with both chronic fatigue and epstein barr last august-since then there has ...
  A: I'm sorry that you and your husband are going through such a difficult time. Chronic Fatigue ...
my daughter is suffering from cfids please answer9/14/2006
  Q: this is the second bout of cfs she has had and she is 14! last year she almost flunked out of 8th ...
  A: I completely understand what you're going through. I have CFIDS and so does my 12-year old son, ...
question re CFS (ME)7/18/2006
  Q: i have suffered with ME since i was 14. Im now 28 but over the past 18mths i have been vomiting and ...
  A: I'm so sorry that you're going through such a difficult time. This disease can do crazy things to ...

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