Keywords

CFS, chronic fatigue immunity deficiency syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, ME/CFS, myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome, postexertional malaise, postviral fatigue syndrome, systemic exertion intolerance disease

Authors

1. Bush, Marianne BS, RN

Abstract

Abstract: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a long-term, often misunderstood disorder that involves the nervous, immune, metabolic, endocrine, and digestive systems. This article describes the pathophysiology of CFS, signs and symptoms of CFS in adults, diagnostic criteria for CFS, and nursing considerations for patients with CFS.