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Don't Let Fatigue Rule Your Life: Taking Control of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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Living with chronic fatigue feels like being trapped in a permanently exhausted body. Even the simplest tasks leave you drained, and a good night's sleep offers little relief. This is the daily reality for millions battling Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), a complex illness that continues to perplex the medical community. (Image Source: National Day Calendar  ) For years, ME/CFS has been shrouded in confusion. There's no single known cause, no definitive test, and treatment options have remained limited. However, a new wave of research is shedding light on this puzzling illness. Studies are revealing a complex interplay between the immune system, nervous system, and hormones that may be a key factor in the debilitating symptoms. The Three Pillars of ME/CFS Imagine ME/CFS as a three-legged stool. This recent review highlights three main systems that seem to be working together to cause the hallmark symptoms of fatigue, pain, and sleep problems: 1. Th...