Online Support for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
January 07, 2008 by
Help is Just a Mouse Click Away!
In a previous article I wrote for Associated Content, How to Develop and Maintain a Positive Attitude with Chronic Illness, I discussed the five stages people with chronic illness go through when first diagnosed. These stages include denial and fear, anger, bargaining,Through my many years of being chronically ill with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia, I have found many outlets to lean on for support and resources. People who are healthy and do not have these illnesses cannot possibly understand what it is like living with these illnesses every day. This is why finding online resources become so valuable to us. If you can't lean on your family and friends for support during your illness, you need to go somewhere. I developed a list of some great websites, message boards and forums where you can reach out to others who have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and other chronic illnesses.
ProHealth ImmuneSupport
The ImmuneSupport.com website, message board and forums attracts over 5 million visitors a year due to their up-to-date research information, nutritional supplements they sell, and their popular message boards. ProHeatlh and ImmuneSupport were started by Rich Carson, who at 23 began his battle with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia. While learning about his illnesses, Rich went on to start one of the largest, and one of the first, support groups online CFS in the United States.
Eliminating perfumes and chemicals from your life may ease some symptoms of Chronic fatigue Syndrome
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Details on managing fatigue through relaxation, exercise, and breathing techniques.
By Shelly McRae | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Fatigue, it's the biggest complaint people have when they go to the doctor. Here are some alternatives to drugs that you might want to try.
By Bobby Tall Horse | Published 11/25/2007 | Read more »
If you are been diagnosed with CFS, or you think you may have it, read this article which will explain the symptom, causes and offer natural remedies for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
By Jonathan McLelland | Published 5/10/2007 | Read more »
Does your child doze through the school day? Dozing disruptions can interfere with schoolwork and quality of life by increasing risks for illnesses. Here are some ways you can help prevent your child from experiencing fatigue and dozing at school.
By Sandra Koehler | Published 10/7/2005 | Read more »
People severely ill with chronic fatigue syndrome have a functional level that is significantly lower than that of someone with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, someone with heart disease or multiple sclerosis.
By WD | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
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