Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition that causes chronic, debilitating fatigue. It continues for at least six months. The fatigue is not relieved by bed rest. People who have CFS perform at a significantly lower level compared to their activity prior to the onset of the illness.
Last reviewedDecember 2013by Marcin Chwistek, MD
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