Feeling Drained? Understanding Chronic Fatigue & ME/CFS
Chronic fatigue is more than just feeling tired. It's a persistent, debilitating exhaustion that doesn't improve with rest and can significantly impact your daily life. If you're experiencing this, you're not alone.
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) **is a complex, chronic illness characterized by profound fatigue, often accompanied by other symptoms such as:
Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM): A worsening of symptoms after physical or mental exertion.
Muscle and Joint Pain
Cognitive Difficulties ("Brain Fog")
Sleep Disturbances
Flu-Like Symptoms
While the exact causes of ME/CFS are still being researched, potential contributing factors include:
Viral Infections
Immune System Dysfunction
Hormonal Imbalances
Nutritional Deficiencies
Functional Medicine: A Personalized Approach
At Pembroke Holistic, we recognize that chronic fatigue and ME/CFS are complex conditions requiring a personalized approach. Our Functional Medicine approach aims to:
Identify Root Causes: We delve deeper than just addressing symptoms, investigating potential triggers and underlying imbalances.
Create an Individualized Plan: Using a variety of tools, including lab testing, we develop a treatment strategy tailored to your specific needs.
Support Your Journey: We partner with you to implement lifestyle changes, nutritional support, and other therapies to help you regain your energy and vitality.
If you're struggling with chronic fatigue or suspect you may have ME/CFS, we're here to help.