The occupational and quality of life consequences of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis in young people

RR Taylor, J O'Brien, G Kielhofner… - British Journal of …, 2010 - journals.sagepub.com
Introduction: Chronic fatigue syndrome, termed myalgic encephalomyelitis in the United
Kingdom (CFS/ME), is a debilitating condition involving severe exhaustion, cognitive …

An evaluation of a chronic fatigue lifestyle management programme focusing on the outcome of return to work or training

C McDermott, SCM Richards, S Ankers… - British Journal of …, 2004 - journals.sagepub.com
This article presents the results of an audit of clinical outcomes from an occupational
therapist led service for patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). The service offers …

[HTML][HTML] Prevalence of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) in three regions of England: a repeated cross-sectional study in primary care

LC Nacul, EM Lacerda, D Pheby, P Campion… - BMC medicine, 2011 - Springer
Background Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) or chronic
fatigue syndrome (CFS) has been used to name a range of chronic conditions characterized …

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: a survey of GPs' attitudes and knowledge

J Bowen, D Pheby, A Charlett, C McNulty - Family Practice, 2005 - academic.oup.com
Background. GPs need evidence and guidance to help them diagnose and manage Chronic
Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)/ME appropriately. Objectives. The aim of this survey was to obtain …

Chronic fatigue syndrome: A way forward

S Pemberton, S Hatcher, P Stanley… - British Journal of …, 1994 - journals.sagepub.com
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition surrounded by uncertainty and controversy;
for example, over whether its cause is physical, psychological or psychosomatic. No doubt …

[HTML][HTML] Overcoming the barriers to the diagnosis and management of chronic fatigue syndrome/ME in primary care: a meta synthesis of qualitative studies

K Bayliss, M Goodall, A Chisholm, B Fordham… - BMC family …, 2014 - Springer
Background The NICE guideline for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
(CFS/ME) emphasises the need for an early diagnosis in primary care with management …

Chronic fatigue syndrome and occupational status: a retrospective longitudinal study

SAM Stevelink, KM Mark, NT Fear… - Occupational …, 2022 - academic.oup.com
Background Few studies into chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) have emphasized work-
related consequences, including return to work after illness. Aims This paper explores socio …

Can general practitioners manage chronic fatigue syndrome? A controlled trial

L Whitehead, P Campion - Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, 2002 - Taylor & Francis
Abstract Background: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic En-cephalomyeltis (CFS/ME) is
now recognised as a condition that results in substantial disability with a prevalence of …

[HTML][HTML] Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) in adults: a qualitative study of perspectives from professional practice

SMC Horton, F Poland, S Kale, ML Drachler… - BMC family …, 2010 - Springer
Background Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) can cause
profound and prolonged illness and disability, and poses significant problems of uncertainty …

Distinguishing patients with chronic fatigue from those with chronic fatigue syndrome: a diagnostic study in UK primary care.

L Darbishire, L Ridsdale, PT Seed - British Journal of General Practice, 2003 - bjgp.org
BACKGROUND: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) has been defined, but many more patients
consult in primary care with chronic fatigue that does not meet the criteria for CFS. General …