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An attempt to explain the neurological symptoms of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Authors :
Wirth, Klaus J.
Scheibenbogen, Carmen
Paul, Friedemann
Source :
Journal of Translational Medicine; 11/22/2021, Vol. 19 Issue 1, p1-8, 8p
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

There is accumulating evidence of endothelial dysfunction, muscle and cerebral hypoperfusion in Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). In this paper we deduce the pathomechanisms resulting in central nervous pathology and the myriad of neurocognitive symptoms. We outline tentative mechanisms of impaired cerebral blood flow, increase in intracranial pressure and central adrenergic hyperactivity and how they can well explain the key symptoms of cognitive impairment, brain fog, headache, hypersensitivity, sleep disturbances and dysautonomia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14795876
Volume :
19
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Translational Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
153702705
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12967-021-03143-3