A CFS patient's advice

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Gregg Fisher, a CFS patient, writes, " One of the most

important pieces of advice I can give any friend or family member

affected by CFS is to rely on the help of others. When our CFS support

group first began, I imagined its sole purpose would be to help those

of us with this illness cope with our affliction. I never dreamed it

would also serve as a place where family and friends could find

comfort and understanding.

Don't be afraid to include your loved one among the people you go to

for hlep. When my wife and I first became ill, I made the foolish

mistake of keeping most of my emotions locked away, deep inside. I

felt guilty burdening her with them; it seemed selfish to ask her to

help me. I hoped that if I ignored my feelings, the problems and

resentments would just go away. But suppressed emotions don't go away -

they fester and grow. "

Source: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A complete guide to symptoms,

treatments, and solving the practical problems of CFS