Skip to content

Tag: Pem

Explore our comprehensive collection of health articles in this category.

Can PEM Cause Fever? Understanding Post-Exertional Malaise Symptoms

5 min read
According to research, many individuals with conditions like ME/CFS and Long COVID commonly experience flu-like symptoms, including a low-grade fever, during a post-exertional malaise (PEM) episode. So, **can PEM cause fever**? The answer is yes, as part of a dysfunctional neuroimmune response to exertion.

Understanding What is the Cycle of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

5 min read
According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 4 people with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) are so severely affected that they are confined to their home or bed during certain periods. This often happens due to a debilitating pattern known as the cycle of chronic fatigue syndrome, which severely impacts functional ability and quality of life.

Understanding the Prognosis: Can Completely Debilitating CFS Last Years?

5 min read
According to the CDC, approximately one in four people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) become house- or bed-bound at some point during their illness. For those with the most severe form, the question of 'Can completely debilitating CFS last years?' is a crucial one, and sadly, the answer for many is yes.

What Does a Chronic Fatigue Crash Feel Like?

4 min read
According to the CDC, Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM) is a key diagnostic criterion for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), characterized by a disproportionate and often delayed symptom worsening after physical or mental exertion. Many describe this intense physiological response by asking, **what does a chronic fatigue crash feel like?**.

How long does a CFS flare-up last?: Understanding Duration, Triggers, and Management

5 min read
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a hallmark symptom of ME/CFS is post-exertional malaise (PEM), which involves a significant worsening of symptoms after even minor physical or mental exertion. This prolonged symptom exacerbation is what is most commonly referred to as a CFS flare-up, and its duration varies considerably from person to person.

Is Chronic Fatigue Mental or Physical? Unraveling the Complexity of ME/CFS

5 min read
According to the CDC, millions of people in the U.S. are affected by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), a complex condition that has long fueled the debate: is chronic fatigue mental or physical?. A growing body of research confirms that ME/CFS is a multi-system biological illness with observable abnormalities, not a psychological disorder.

What kind of disorder is chronic fatigue?: A look into ME/CFS

4 min read
According to the CDC, up to 3.3 million Americans may suffer from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), an underdiagnosed illness often misconstrued as simple exhaustion. This complex, multi-system biological disease sheds light on what kind of disorder is chronic fatigue.

How do I get out of an ME CFS crash?

5 min read
According to studies, a crash, also known as Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM), often presents delayed symptoms 12-72 hours after exertion and can last for days or weeks. Understanding how to get out of an ME CFS crash involves immediate, focused rest and careful energy management to allow your body to recover from a state of forced shutdown.

How to avoid post-exertional malaise? Master pacing and energy management.

5 min read
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), post-exertional malaise (PEM) is a hallmark symptom of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), affecting individuals with a debilitating worsening of symptoms following minimal physical or mental exertion. Learning how to avoid post-exertional malaise is crucial for maintaining quality of life and preventing symptom flare-ups.