Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome

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. 

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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