Re: FN-FORUM: OT: ME/CFS/PVF

date posted 21st September 2007 11:48


On 21 Sep 2007, at 12:16, Adam Reynolds wrote:

>
> I know this sounds an odd thing to consider, but could it by Lyme
> Disease?
>
> It can cause massive fatigue and can go undiagnosed as it's
> symptoms are similar to other more common illnesses.

As can hypothyroidism and arthritis.

A full blood screen would normally show those up, and I think Lyme
disease is very rare in the UK unless you're a deer or sheep farmer,
or frequent deer parks or farms (maybe with a dog?) and have been
bitten by a tick.

;(