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Re: Scared of dyingFrom: AmyAngel (anonymous@obgyn.net)Wed, 1 Jan 2003 08:07:23 -0600 (CST)
Megan, I can't say for sure, because I am not a doctor, nor have I had any type of training in the medical profession other than reading books relating to medicine, however, your symptoms of being tired all the time, weakness in your body, even the falling asleep and waking coughing and choking on your own saliva, are some symptoms experienced by sufferers of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) also known as ME or CFIDS. Unfortunately, there isn't currently a test specifically for it, and not all doctors believe in it, so it may take some perserverance on your part. You might want to contact a local CFS organisation, who may be able to tell you of a doctor in your area who would be more likely to be able to help you. As far as your fear of dying goes, I can't comment, however, all of us have fears, we'd be abnormal if we didn't. By the way, some people may tell you that CFS is all in your mind, and that you should see a psychiatrist, this is not true. Yes, it may be helpful to sit down and talk with someone about things, but CFS is not a psychiatric disorder. I hope this helps, I know a lot about CFS due to having it.
-- AmyAngel Soon to be nursing student who also has some major medical conditions.
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