Teenager: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

The cause of chronic fatigue syndrome has not yet been determined. Research has been looking into chronic fatigue syndrome for a longtime. Some think that an infection can cause CFS, but there is no definite medical proof. The two main groups of people at risk for having chronic fatigue syndrome are those between 15 and 20 years old, and between 33 and 45. Two thirds of the sufferers of chronic fatigue syndrome are women. Those are typical years for CFS but it can occur within any group and in any society. Some people have CFS and are not diagnosed.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome causes disabling tiredness that is severe and happens after any physical or mental activity.

A teenager who suffers from CFS will have muscle aches, pains, and difficulties with memory and concentration. Some will have pains in their stomach as well.

Chronic fatigue syndrome can last anywhere from three to five years, but some experience a much longer lasting illness.

Teenagers with chronic fatigue syndrome can have the feeling of tiredness after even low levels of physical or mental activity. They may also experience sore throat, tender lymph glands, headaches, and just a general feeling of feeling unwell. Teenagers with CFS may become dizzy when they stand and experience some sensitivity to some foods that never bothered them before. They may also become more sensitive to smells, bright lights, alcohol, and cigarette smoke.

There usually isn’t one specific sign that shows that the teenager is suffering from CFS.

Many with chronic fatigue syndrome, have been misdiagnosed or thought to have other problems such as thyroid problems, eating disorders, drug or alcohol use, cancer, depression and kidney disease.

These other ailments associated with CFS, will need to be ruled out before a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome is handed down. Blood tests and other concentration tests should also be done.

What is the difference between depression and CFS?

Teenagers who have CFS still want to take part in activities with their friends. Depressed teenagers don’t seek pleasure from activities they use to enjoy and choose to stay in seclusion. They have to push themselves to do things. Teenagers suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome want to do their normal activities but are usually exhausted afterwards.

It’s difficult for teenagers with CFS to attend school. Many schools are trying to be as helpful as possible with students ailing from chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as other teenagers with disabilities. They may have fewer classes each day, work more at home, or are given extra time to get their assignments in. Some also are tutored to help them keep up with their classmates.

Counseling and support groups can help teenagers who are going through this difficult period of their life. A counselor can provide both information and support not only for the teen but also for the entire family.

Here are some ideas that you and your teenager can do to ease symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome.

Try to get them involved in some activity every day. Spending time in bed will not help!
Keep a regular sleep routine. Avoid staying up excessively late and sleeping in the next morning.
Keeping a normal daytime routine is also important. It is important that teenagers pace themselves and avoid extra physical or emotional stress.
Help them keep in contact with their friends. It’s important for them to feel involved and not become loners and withdraw from the world around them.
Teenagers with CFS should encage in a light daily exercise routine.
As a parent you can make sure, your teenager is getting a nourishing and balanced diet.

Some of your family and friends will not understand a sufferer of chronic fatigue syndrome. They won’t look sick, so sometimes it’s hard for others to know how bad they actually feel.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This website was prepared by an independent distributor and is neither approved nor adopted by Life Force International.

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