Definition
A complex illness also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), chronic Epstein-Barr virus (CEBV), myalgic encephalomyelitis (M.E.) and "yuppie flu" that is characterized by incapacitating fatigue (experienced as exhaustion and extremely poor stamina), neurological problems, depression, anxiety, mood swings, difficulty concentrating, temporary memory loss, muscle aches and spasms, headaches, irritability, sore throat, sleep disturbances, fever and sensitivity to heat and light. The symptoms tend to wax and wane but are often severely debilitating and may last for many months or years.
URL Name
YF-3000-1650
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.1650
Parent Code
YF-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-1650
Use References
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Epstein-Barr Virus, M E, CEBV, CFS
Publication Status
Online