What is CFS and FM?

Chronic pain and fatigue are common symptoms of both fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. The difference is that, in fibromyalgia, fatigue often takes a backseat to debilitating muscle pain. In chronic fatigue syndrome, people have an overwhelming lack of energy, but also can experience some pain.

What are the 3 classification of CFS?

Using a 3-factor solution, individuals were classified according to illness severity (low, moderate, severe) across the different fatigue factors.

What is CFS called now?

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a serious, long-term illness that affects many body systems. Another name for it is myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). CFS can often make you unable to do your usual activities.

Is fibromyalgia related to Gulf War Syndrome?

A study on Gulf War Veterans’ health by VA found that 1990-1991 Gulf War deployment is associated with an increased risk for fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, skin conditions, and dyspepsia.

What does CFS stand for?

CFS is an abbreviation for chronic fatigue syndrome.

What is CFS PEM?

Post-exertional malaise (PEM) is one symptom of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), but is itself more complex than a single symptom. Patients experience fatigue, pain, cognitive difficulties, sore throat, and/or swollen lymph nodes after previously tolerated Page 5 physical or mental activity.

Are there degrees of CFS?

Like all other chronic illnesses, ME/CFS can be anywhere from mild or moderate to severe, meaning: mild – the person’s activity is reduced by at least 50 per cent. moderate – the person is mostly housebound. very severe – the person is bed-bound and dependent on help for all daily care.

What is the average VA rating for fibromyalgia?

What is the VA disability rating for fibromyalgia? Depending on the severity, fibromyalgia will usually result in a rating from 10% to 40%.

What is the VA rating for chronic fatigue syndrome?

A 100 percent rating is warranted for signs and symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome that are nearly constant and so severe as to restrict routine daily activities almost completely and which may occasionally preclude self-care.