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msminnamouse

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Joined: 26 Aug 2006
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Location: USA

Naps Posted: 04-05-07 11:19am


I have chronic fatigue and need to take naps sometimes but the problem is that when I fall asleep, I have a really hard time waking up and I usually sleep so long that it's basically not a nap anymore. People try to temp me with food, going places, etc. but nothing makes me want to get up because I'm so tired, I have to sleep it out. P.S. Yay! I'm the first to post!

louisboo

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Joined: 09 Apr 2007
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Location: uk

Re: Naps Posted: 04-09-07 16:04pm


Hi I was diagnosed with CFS a few years ago. I know exactly how you feel. When I get the symptoms really bad I can be asleep for days only "waking" (and I use the term loosley) to go to the toilet. I am fortunate that I currently live with my parents so they can look after my child for me when I reach this state but it is really quite confusing when I eventually wake up.

aren_1987

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Joined: 10 Apr 2007
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Location: Sandoval, Illinois

Mee Too Posted: 04-10-07 22:32pm


I feel that same way but I haven't done anything about it or been to a doctor for it yet.

lisah123

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Joined: 23 Apr 2007
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Location: uk

Posted: 04-23-07 04:40am


hi, im new here, i have been feeling really fatigued since dec / jan, and it seems to be getting worse, im at the point now where i havent the energy to go out, and really have to push myself to work, im a small business owner (cleaning services), and finding my job more and more demanding every day. i thought i had ibs symptons, but just realised it can be linked to cfs. im feeling really unwell, and thinking im just lazy and its all in my head. guess im looking for a bit of support. thanks lisa

april2

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Joined: 20 Apr 2007
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Location: ohio

Posted: 04-24-07 14:24pm


I also know exactly how you all feel. I also have severe fatigue at times, some days it is crushing. I personely suffer from multiple sclerosis. before I knew thats what I had, I too thought I was just getting lazy or just needed to slow down and eat better. naps save me, at work sometimes I have to go to my car and take a 30 min. nap on my lunch break, it does wonders! good luck. april.

cabetcl

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Joined: 28 Apr 2007
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Read About Antioxidants Supplements Posted: 04-28-07 22:57pm


Some people take Antioxidants supplements to help chronic Fatigue.

Ebabe14

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Joined: 14 May 2007
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Location: Phoenix

Cfs... Posted: 05-18-07 02:59am


Hey, When you take naps you should try to keep to 30-45 minutes, that way you do not get slogged down. If you already try this then here are some other recommendations -- maybe your diet can help, exercising more, and add some supplements... Diet. Treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome may center on developing general healthy diet guidelines, in addition to making some key adjustments in your relationship with food. Dietary recommendations for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome include: * Add ground flax meal to your diet, which contains omega-3 essential fatty acids and promotes digestive regularity. * Add saturated fats to your diet such as extra virgin organic coconut oil. * Choose complex carbohydrates that have a low glycemic index such as brown rice, raw apples, and winter squash. * Choose organic cage-free eggs. * Eat green leafy vegetables. * Eat foods that are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids, such as wild-caught salmon, minimal-mercury albacore tuna, fish oil, avocado, and sprouted walnuts. * Add nutrient-dense and unprocessed foods such as sprouted nuts and seeds to your diet. * Drink purified water throughout the day. Foods to AVOID include: * All simple or refined carbohydrates (sugar, white bread, pasta, cookies, cakes, crackers, etc.) – Read more about good carbs and bad carbs. * All foods containing refined sugar or synthetic sugar-substitutes such as aspartame, Splenda®, etc.5 Choose a natural sweetener like Xylosweet instead. * Alcoholic beverages in excess since they hinder the functioning of the immune and digestive systems * Fermented foods such as cheese and wine * Excessive caffeine intake – While moderate amounts of caffeine may be beneficial, excessive consumption can disrupt the body’s systems, causing insomnia and digestive irregularity (constipation or diarrhea). * Limit intake of fruits that have a high glycemic index such as apricots, raisins, banana, papaya, and mango. * Fungi such as mushrooms * Pickled foods * Carbonated soft drinks that alter the blood pH level, making the body more acidic * Bottom crawlers such as oysters, clams, and lobster that may contain toxic levels of mercury * Deep-sea fish such as tuna, mackerel, and swordfish that may contain toxic levels of mercury. Choose minimal-mercury albacore tuna instead. * Farm-raised fish that contain PCBs and not enough omega-3 essential fatty acids, due to their land-based diets. Choose wild-caught salmon instead. * Yeast and wheat products (breads, crackers, pasta, etc.) that contain gluten * Sodium nitrite found in processed foods such as hot dogs, lunch meats, and bacon * Monosodium glutamate (MSG) found in many foods as a flavor enhancer * Hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils (trans fats) found in many processed foods, deep-fried food, fast food, and junk food – Read more about good fats and bad fats. Exercise. Those with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome will usually encounter a worsening of symptoms following physical or mental exertion. This may last anywhere from 12 to 48 hours and will require an extended recovery period. However, mild physical exercise may be helpful if it does not make you feel worse, since it can relieve stress and depression by stimulating many beneficial processes in the body.6 Try to start by exercising five minutes at a time and see how your body reacts to that. Then, if you do not experience worsened symptoms, increase the workout time (by a minute or two) slowly over time as you begin to get better or feel stronger. Other tips for CFS sufferers * If you have “silver” dental fillings, get an evaluation from a mercury-free dentist who specializes in the safe removal of mercury amalgam fillings. Mercury in the body damages immune cells, impairs the HPA-axis, and causes an array of symptoms which are strikingly similar to those of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. * If you need help covering the costs of getting your "silver" fillings removed safely, the unapproved advertising spam Foundation may be able to assist you.

imnessa

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Joined: 24 Jun 2007
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Location: Washington

Fatigue Posted: 07-03-07 19:42pm


So sorry to hear about this dear, it's so common with us. I am sure you have received more info since you posted this, but I will try to provide some additional info. I too suffer horribly with fatigue and my sleeping habits are nearly impossible to control, however I have been doing a lot of research concerning treatment options. I have an appt this week to look into some of these treatments and I will keep you posted. There are some new medications available to research further (Provigil, Armour Thyroid, Lyrica), I prefer to treat the problem rather than the symptoms, but they could offer relief until that time. Research new treatment options for FMS/CFS/MS, you will find a lot of new information and treatments. Here's some links to start you off. Hope this helps, please feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss further. woodmed.com/CFS%20&%20FMS%20Handout.ht m beatcfsandfms.org/ Nessa

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