Connection between Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and High Blood Pressure
Historically, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) has had difficulty gaining credibility as an actual illness and not just a case of depression that lasts. More and more doctors are finally accepting CFS as a legitimate disease.
Over a million people are affected by CFS. CFS is not restricted to any particular race, age group or gender. Although women are diagnosed 4 times more than men, it’s believed that men tend not to seek treatment as often as women.
People with CFS often have trouble gaining acceptance of their condition from family, friends and even doctors. Although rarely found in teens and children, these groups report the most trouble gaining acceptance from peers, parents and doctors.
The reason CFS is so hard to diagnose is because at this time there is no known cause. The two most accepted theories of the cause of this condition are: 1. It’s a psychological condition and 2. It’s a physiological condition. This article seeks to explore the psychological aspect.
It is difficult to make an accurate diagnosis of CFS because the symptoms are the same as those for several other illnesses like depression, schizophrenia, neurasthenia, bi-polar disorder and drug and alcohol abuse.
In keeping with the theory that CFS is a psychological condition, common treatments include: anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medications, cognitive hehavior therapy and moderate exercise, although too much exercise can actually make CFS worse.
One thing many CFS sufferers have agreed on is that it’s extremely helpful to have a support group to talk (or chat online) to others suffering the same condition. This can help because the most current treatment options are discussed in addition to understanding and acceptance from others about your condition.
Another beneficial treatment with promising results is deep breathing and relaxation therapy.
For many, stress is a common CFS trigger. If this is the case for you, I highly recommend my High Blood Pressure program. This all natural program is designed to normalize blood pressure, regardless of whether or not you suffer from hypertension.
