Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide to Symptoms, Treatments, and Solving the Practical Problems of CFS (Paperback)

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Product Description

In this enlightening and compassionate guide, one of the foremost specialists in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome--himself a ten-year survivor of the disease--helps victims and their loved ones regain control of their lives. This updated edition includes new information about current medical treatments, related disorders, and strategies for living with the CFS.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Grand Central Publishing; Rev Upd Su edition (August 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446672688
• ISBN-13: 978-0446672689
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,291,442 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Painfully insightful book by an author with CFIDS, April 12, 1999

By A Customer

As a newly diagnosed person, this is one of the first books that I read. The explanation of CFIDS and general treatments available is well written. Author sites his specific symptoms and how it has affected his life, which at times is painful to read. My favorite chapters included the one on dealing with family and friends and the interview with the doctor from Massachusetts. This interview lends credibility to the disease and was concise. Happy reading!

1.0 out of 5 stars Woefully out of date, November 22, 2009

By	Ana Muhandis - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE)

I bought the ebooks version of this, and was extremely disappointed to find it was a re-issue of a book last issued in 1989. The author's personal story is interesting, but the medical information is seriously outdated, and the tone is very depressing.

2.0 out of 5 stars Don't read if you're looking for current or accurate scientific data, September 22, 2009

By	Sarah (US) - See all my reviews

While reading how others have coped with illnesses can be encouraging, especially for the new patient, this book is definitely not your source for the best, most accurate, up to date information on this topic. Though the illness termed "CFS" is mysterious, lacks diagnostic tests and a true treatment protocol, the organic, neurological illness M.E. has none of those problems. It is not mysterious, it is the same in every patient, there are a variety of diagnostic tests that can accurately and reliably identify M.E. patients, and are there are some specific medications and coping techniques that can help. If you want to learn about the real illness M.E. you'll have to look for a book by Dr. Byron Hyde.