Chronic fatigue syndrome is a flu-like condition that can drain your energy and, sometimes, last for years. People previously healthy and full of energy may experience a variety of signs and symptoms.

People with chronic fatigue syndrome exhibit signs and symptoms similar to those of most common viral infections. Unlike flu (influenza) symptoms, which usually subside in a few days or weeks, the signs and symptoms of CFS can last much longer. They may come and go frequently with no identifiable pattern.

In addition to persistent fatigue, not caused by other known medical conditions, chronic fatigue syndrome has eight possible primary signs and symptoms. Chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms include:

• Loss of memory or concentration
• Sore throat
• Painful and mildly enlarged lymph nodes in your neck or armpits
• Unexplained muscle soreness
• Pain that moves from one joint to another without swelling or redness
• Headache of a new type, pattern or severity
• Sleep disturbance
• Extreme exhaustion lasting more than 24 hours after physical or mental exercise

At Access Ohio, a multidisciplinary team of professionals work together to develop an personalized care plan for our clients diagnosed with CFS. The program is based on a combination of therapies including counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)  and addresses coping techniques, symptoms, and activity management.