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A group of conditions characterised by debiltating fatigue persisting for 6 months or more, in addition to various chronic concurrent signs and symptoms (link to diagnostic criteria). The current consensus regarding CFS/ME/PVFS among the medical profession is that these conditions are of a serious and complex nature with unknown cause, making them difficult to diagnose. However, regardless of diagnosis status, there are no ‘cures’ or ‘approved’ treatments within the conventional medical framework.
This affords some major challenges for people who suffer from these conditions. Firstly, those who do not meet the diagnostic criteria are expected to endure an uncertain period of significant decline in quality of life. Secondly, although diagnosis can validate the symptom experience, there is little in the way of ongoing support, either psychologically or socially following diagnosis. Lastly, due to a lack of understanding and limited intervention pathways, patients are often told to ‘learn to live with it’ or that there is ‘no cure’, which establishes a sense of hopelessness and defeat. These points highlight some of the challenges people experience with a clinical diagnosis or those who present with the array of symptoms as outlined in the diagnostic criteria.
Fortunately, interpretation of CFS/ME/PVFS from an integrative perspective provides a clear understanding of causality in relation to dysregulated functioning. Dysregulation may be evident at the level of the immune system (post-viral onset), digestive system (impaired liver/gut), endocrine system (hormone insufficiency), nervous system (stress-response) or any system implicated in the patient’s symptom presentation. These conditions often involve dysregulation at multiple system levels and therefore require consideration to the interactions between all bodily systems as a whole.
Once the underlying cause(s) are identified, a tailored treatment protocol is formulated using natural medicines specific to the individual’s needs, in addition to guidelines that support lifestyle modifications, diet, stress management and self-care measures. This also includes cognitive-behavioural coaching which explores the psychological impact these conditions can have on attitudes, social relations and the sense of self, incorporating evidenced-based approaches and strategies to enhance well-being.
Consultations are conducted via online videocall, or phone call if preferred.
A pre-consultation form is recommended and can be accessed following this link [PRE-CONSULTATION FORM} – this ensures consultations are conducted in a time efficient manner with consideration of personal limitations your condition may present.
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