Chronic Fatigue Link to XMRV Retrovirus?

Tuesday, July 06 2010

altChronic Fatigue Syndrome advocates, patients, researchers and clinicians have been paying close attention to emerging research related to XMRV. Why? Evidence suggests this new retrovirus may be a causative agent in CFS. Speculations on the retrovirus are making XMRV a hot news topic, but agreement on its role in CFS is elusive.

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JANUARY IS NATIONAL THYROID AWARENESS MONTH

Posted By: Suzi Prokell Monday, January 04 2010

According to numerous surveys, weight loss reigns supreme once again as the most popular resolution for 2010. Sadly, many may be sabotaged in their efforts to lose weight - not by their lack of effort or by overindulgence - but by their own body.

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NEW TEST AVAILABLE FOR CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Posted By: Suzi Prokell Monday, December 07 2009

The recognition of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) continues to gain traction in the medical community, bringing validity to tens of thousands of patients who suffer from the condition.

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TIS THE SEASON FOR FUN - AND FATIGUE

Posted By: Suzi Prokell Thursday, November 19 2009

Work, family get-togethers, shopping, parties - and stress. Sometimes the holidays can be more hectic than happy, leaving you exhausted and fatigued.

Exercise, proper sleep habits and diet are all key factors in fighting fatigue. Restless sleep and a poor diet not only contribute to the holiday blues, but one should consider more serious conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) if unable to resolve constant fatigue over time.

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SCIENTISTS FIND VIRAL LINK TO CHRONIC FATIGUE

Posted By: Suzi Prokell Tuesday, October 20 2009

A new study finds a virus, known as XMRV that has been linked to prostate cancer and AIDS, appears to play a role in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).

Although researchers have not determined a direct cause and effect link, the Whittemore Peterson Institute in Nevada found XMRV in the blood of 68 out of 101 CFS patients, but in only eight of 218 healthy people.

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