Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction

Frequently, MCS involves imbalances in one s nervous, immune, and endocrine systems, and impaired detoxification abilities. Conditions such as CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome), fibromyalgia, and Candida Syndrome are frequently found in people with MCS. It is not yet known whether these are separate diseases or whether they represent different manifestations of a common underlying problem. 

In 1986 I was diagnosed with chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome (CFIDS) and my whole life as I knew it changed. Before I got sick I was a word processor during the day, and after work and on weekends I was singing professionally in clubs and concerts and teaching music. But after I got sick I was spending most of my time in bed. 

Quite by accident Jennifer discovered that her tendon and connective tissue problems and chronic fatigue were exasperated by molds and chemical exposures. Her understanding is that her various health problems are related to but not completely caused by MCS. One doctor s theory is that her MCS and connective tissue problems may be caused by a metabolic dysfunction. Another doctor, after looking at her extensive medical history, told her she will never find an answer. Jennifer summarizes her ten years of medical tests and examinations by saying that her body doesn t absorb nutrients and her immune system has collapsed. 

CFS, also known as Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS), is a multisystem disorder with unknown etiology or pathophysiology. It is currently thought that CFS is a multifactorial condition in which an infective agent causes an aberrant immune response. It is characterized by extreme fatigue, immune system dysfunction, neurological and endocrine disorders, chronic pain, and numerous other symptoms. Many of those with CFS are extremely sensitive to chemical exposure. F9-34]... 

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