What is chronic fatigue syndrome?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a serious, long-term illness that affects many areas of the body. This complicated disorder (characterized by extreme fatigue) can be very hard to explain by any underlying medical condition. It can make you unable to perform your job, enjoy usual activities, complete tasks - even get out of bed. Many struggle to do basic daily chores such as making a trip to the grocery store.
A startling number of people today, in fact, are searching for the best chronic fatigue syndrome treatment—and wanting to know how to get tested for chronic fatigue syndrome. Perhaps you are too.
Why is a chronic fatigue symptoms test important?
While there is no single test or evaluation that can diagnose CFS, there is a set of signs and symptoms used as criteria to help identify the condition. A chronic fatigue symptoms test is actually a series of tests to check for natural deficiencies, imbalances or an underlying medical condition that may manifest as chronic fatigue.
For example, through our chronic fatigue blood tests you can determine if you suffer from inflammation, diabetes, high levels of toxic metals in your system or iron deficiency. Also, you could opt to check whether you are deficient in vitamin D or another nutritional supplement. The source of your fatigue could show up in a cortisol blood test as an adrenal gland problem or in a thyroid antibody test. It could be Epstein Barr virus or Addison’s disease
Who is at highest risk for chronic fatigue syndrome?
- Women: (3 to 4 times more common in women)
- Middle-aged: Prevalent in 40-50 year age range
- Genes: Those who have family members who also suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome
- Those who have suffered a viral infection such as Epstein Barr virus
- Those who have suffered undue stress or emotional trauma
- Those who have nutritional deficiencies
People with chronic fatigue syndrome might also suffer from some of the following conditions:
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic Pain Syndromes
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Multiple chemical sensitivities
- Temporomandibular disorders (TMD or TMJ)
- Interstitial cystitis, which causes pain in the bladder or pelvis
- Post-concussion syndrome
- Tension headache
- Chronic pelvic pain in women
- Chronic prostatitis in men
Be sure to take a chronic fatigue symptoms test if you:
- Sleep poorly and wake unrefreshed
- Suffer from frequent headaches
- Have frequent muscle and joint pain
- Struggle with memory and concentration problems
- Experience fatigue lasting 6 months or more
- Feel Post-exertional malaise (PEM), where your symptoms get worse after any physical or mental activity
- Suffer from dizziness
Chronic fatigue syndrome can come from nowhere – or can be triggered by emotional stress, allergy, trauma or nutritional deficiency.
Get to the source of your chronic fatigue today with six fatigue tests to uncover imbalances, toxins and disease.
Our chronic fatigue tests are easy to administer at home with test results delivered back to you within just a few days, via email or a call with a doctor or nurse. You’ll get caring, confidential medical support each step of the way and tailored advice to get your health back on track.