"Uncovering Biological Clues to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
A major study led by the National Institutes of Health provides a comprehensive look at myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), shedding light on the biological abnormalities affecting the brain, gut, immune system, and autonomic nervous system. The findings refute the notion that the illness is purely psychological and suggest that it is primarily a brain disorder likely triggered by immune dysfunction and changes in the gut microbiome. While the study's small sample size and strict inclusion criteria limit its generalizability, it may pave the way for future research and potential treatments, including immune checkpoint inhibitors and human immunoglobulin.