Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Flashcards
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aka Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
A condition distinguished by persistent fatigue for at least 6 months, not relieved by rest, with severely restricted work, educational and social activities
Must also have at least 4 of the following symptoms:
- impaired memory or concentration
- sore throat
- tender cervical & axillary lymph nodes
- muscle pain
- multijoint pain
- unrefreshing sleep
- post-exertional malaise
- new headaches
- intermittent low-grade fever
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
2
Q
True or False?
CFS is often misdiagnosed as the flu or viral infection, hypochondria or depression.
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True
3
Q
- Symptoms may be chronic or recurrent
- PRIMARY SYMPTOM: Disabling fatigue that doesn’t resolve
- Aching muscles and joints: pain is migratory
- Spasm
- Weakness
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Recurrent upper respiratory tract infections
- Loss of appetite
- Intestinal problems
- Jaundice
- Memory loss
- Inability to concentrate
- Confusion
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Mood swings
- Sensitivity to light
- Sleep disturbances
- Persistent daily headaches or migraines
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Clinical Manifestations of CFS
4
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CFS/ME
- Fever ++
- Fatigue ++
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Pain mm. & jts. (migratory)
- Sleep disorder
- Memory loss, trouble concentrating
FM
- Fatigue
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Generalized pain ++
- Sleep disorder
- Sleep disturbances: RLS, sleep apnea, bruxism
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Fibromyalgia vs. CFS
5
Q
True or False?
There is NO cure for CFS, however, people have recovered spontaneously.
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True.
6
Q
- Decrease pain
- Increase relaxation
- Decrease anxiety and depression
- Increase sleep
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Aims and Treatment Goals for CFS
7
Q
- Lifestyle modifications: prioritize activities and allow for rest periods
- Exercise including stretching and strengthening
Walking - Any home care prescribed for fibromyalgia
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Homecare for CFS
8
Q
- Treatments are shorter in duration
- Treatments are not vigorous and relaxation focused
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Cautions and CI’s for CFS
