Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Self-Test

Do you have:

1 Chronic fatigue of at least six months' duration?

2 PLUS at least FOUR of the following common symptoms?

• Irritable bowel

• Unrefreshing sleep

• Chronic headaches

• Memory/concentration problems

• Noise/light sensitivity

• Swollen lymph glands/sore throat

• Muscle pain/weakness

• Dizziness

• Nausea

• Food intolerance/Chemical sensitivities

If the answer to both questions is 'YES' then you may have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

A correct diagnosis is reached, also, after the administration of laboratory tests to rule out other possible causes, such as Diabetes, Viral infections, Hypothyroidism, etc. This is known as a diagnosis of exclusion – i.e. A diagnosis reached after all other possible illnesses have been excluded. If you do not have such a diagnosis you should consult your GP and ask for an investigation.

This information is given for indicative purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.