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What is the prevalence of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / M.E.?
How many people does Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / M.E. affect? Does it have the same prevalence in men and women? And in the different countries?
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a complex and debilitating condition characterized by persistent fatigue that is not alleviated by rest. The prevalence of CFS/ME varies across different populations, making it challenging to determine an exact figure. However, studies suggest that it affects approximately 0.2% to 2.5% of the global population. It is more prevalent in women than men, with a ratio of around 2:1. CFS/ME can significantly impact individuals' quality of life, often leading to severe limitations in daily activities and functioning.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), is a complex and debilitating condition characterized by extreme fatigue that cannot be explained by any underlying medical condition. The prevalence of CFS/ME varies across different populations and studies, making it challenging to determine an exact figure. However, it is estimated that approximately 0.2% to 2.5% of the global population may be affected by this condition.
CFS/ME can affect individuals of all ages, genders, and ethnicities, although it is more commonly reported in women. The condition often begins in early adulthood and can persist for many years, significantly impacting a person's quality of life. The exact cause of CFS/ME remains unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and immunological factors.
Diagnosis of CFS/ME can be challenging due to the absence of specific diagnostic tests. Healthcare professionals rely on a thorough evaluation of symptoms, medical history, and ruling out other potential causes of fatigue. Treatment for CFS/ME primarily focuses on managing symptoms and improving overall well-being through a multidisciplinary approach involving rest, pacing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and symptom-specific medications.
It is important to raise awareness about CFS/ME to ensure timely diagnosis, appropriate support, and further research to better understand and address this debilitating condition.
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It affects more women. But both sexes are affected even children end adolesents. I don't know the prevalence.
Posted Aug 27, 2017 by Emy 2050
0.2% of the population.
Posted Sep 5, 2017 by Shirley 2050
It is said that there are more female patients, but I think it is a case of gross mis-diagnosis & the disease impacts equally across class, gender, age. The figures range from 2-4 million in USA to 20 million globally, but again it could be way higher as doctors are not taught about viral epidemics or how to diagnose & treat them at med school (shocking). Travel is probably spreading the disease as well as zoonosis (contact with wild animal species).
ME/CFS is a devastating disease that disables up to 2.5 million people in the U.S.A. alone (20 million worldwide). Anyone can get it (all ages, races, ethnicities), often after a virus or flu-like illness. ME/CFS occurs more often in women than in men.
Posted Sep 25, 2017 by [email protected] 200
Unsure what this means but the illness is spreading and has millions of sufferers workdwide but especiially uk europe usa canada and australia
Posted Jan 17, 2018 by Annette 2500
There is a rough estimate of 17 million peopole with ME-CFS worldwide.
It affects more women than men, more adults than children. Children who get it have to deal with school issues. At whatever age it affects, it is almost always a lifelong sentence. It happens at any time, at any age.
It affects more women than men, more adults than children. Children who get it have to deal with school issues. At whatever age it affects, it is almost always a lifelong sentence. It happens at any time, at any age.
Posted Mar 3, 2018 by Beti 2700
Both are known to be present worldwide females have a much greater chance of being affected.
Posted Aug 9, 2018 by cathy 2500
the numbers are unavailable
as the epidemiology and patient tracing hasn't been done
5% is a good guess , but it could be higher
ME does not care who it infects
or what age you are
or what gender or what color your skin is
some populations go unreported for various reasons
including lack of insurance and the fact that there is no bureau to report the disease to atm
the CDC has made it unreportible
as have the name changes
as the epidemiology and patient tracing hasn't been done
5% is a good guess , but it could be higher
ME does not care who it infects
or what age you are
or what gender or what color your skin is
some populations go unreported for various reasons
including lack of insurance and the fact that there is no bureau to report the disease to atm
the CDC has made it unreportible
as have the name changes
Posted Apr 6, 2019 by Fadra 2550
In Gulf War Veterans, the prevalence of CFS/fibromyalgia is around 20%. Millions of Americans have the disease; most are not diagnosed.
Posted Dec 12, 2019 by Joanna 6200
The estimate about 24 million worldwide.
Posted Dec 21, 2019 by Pam 3550
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It is not clear but could be understood between 2 and 4% of the company
Posted Sep 11, 2017 by Eduardo Casasnovas 2950
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It affects everyone, the majority of whom are women.
Posted Sep 11, 2017 by Haydee de bielik 5120
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It affects more women than men, I think they are two-thirds women and one third men and women more or less. The affected, if I am not mistaken they are 4% or more of the population. The children also become ill, but not more than adults.
Posted Oct 19, 2017 by Heidrun Kroner 2000
