Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)

A complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that lasts for at least six months.

Historical context

Commonly viewed as an extreme depletion of the vital/kidney essence.

Common symptoms

  • Severe fatigue
  • Loss of memory/concentration
  • Sore throat
  • Unrefreshing sleep

Mechanisms

Deep systemic exhaustion. Modalities must gently build vital reserve without overstimulating.

Associated modalities

  • homeopathy

Clinical studies

Interesting facts

  • Traditionally, deep adaptogens were required rather than stimulants, which would violently drain the remaining reserves.