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CFS(Chronic Fatigue Syndrome):Some Information

Chronic fatigue syndrome(CFS) is not the same as chronic fatigue.While fatigue is a common symptom in many illness,CFS is a multi-symptom disorder.The most common characteristic being severe mental and physical exhaustion,which is 'unrelieved by rest' and may be worsened by even trivial exertion.CFS occurs more often,but not exclusively,in women,for unknown reasons. CFS is not primarily a dietary disorder but as in other debilitating illnesses,people suffering from this disease fail to consume a nutritious diet,leading to further exacerbation of fatigue and exhaustion. DIET AND LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS: a) Avoid excessive sugar products,which may cause dramatic fluctuations in blood-glucose levels.High or low blood sugar levels may cause fatigue.Small meals at frequent intervals should be preferred. b) Avoid excess and low salt intake.Excess salt could increase blood pressure and low salt)especially in summer months) could cause exhaustion. c) A good intake of potassium must...

What is otolaryngology?

Otolaryngology is the medical speciality that studies the ear,nose,and throat,as well as other related structures of the head and neck.Within otolaryngology there are seven specialities namely paediatric otolaryngology,allergy,head and neck diseases,otology/neurotology(ears,balance,and tinnitus),rhinology(nose),laryngology(throat),facial cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.Otolaryngologists are often referred to as ENT doctors because of their focus on the ear,nose and throat.They care for patients with hearing,balance,speech,voice,taste,and smell disorders.