Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) describes a sense of exhaustion and post-exertion malaise, even when you have gotten enough rest and sleep. The disease is characterized by six months of incapacitating fatigue experienced as profound exhaustion and extremely poor stamina, and problems with concentration and short-term memory. The cause is unknown, but it is a...

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antiviral medications

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Has anyone tried any antiviral medications such as ampligen? If so what and with what results?
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I'd be interested in hearing experiences with that as well ...
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I would be too as I am about to see an Infectious Disease Specialist for Epstein Barr and CMV. I know antiviruls will be recommended.
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Have been on Valtrex for a few days. No noticeable side effects-maybe some mild digestive disturbances but they may be unrelated. I am about to bump up the daily dose. I know someone else who has taken it long term and has had no problems with it AND says that after a couple of months, when it really kicks in, it has a significant effect on energy and symptom relief. Combined with a healthy lifestyle of course. No magic pills yet!
DarlaC
DarlaC
There's a discussion posted called "Weblink that might be usefull" Dr. Bell answers very good questions for CFIDS and antiviral medications are addressed on this discussion. Go take a peek!
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I was prescribed Amantadine by my GP about three years ago.
After a few months of taking it and no signs of improvement, i started to have circulation problems. My legs took on the appearance of corned beef. Not a pretty site lol. I showed my GP but he continued to prescribe them to me. I became concerned and sort advice from a pharmacist. He was very insistant that i stopped taking them immediately. He even took my details and said that in cases like this he had to write a report. I'M not sure were tne report went.My legs returned to normal pretty quickly. I don't want to put anyone off trying them. I am sensitive to some medications.Ali.x.
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I recently had shingles and took antivirals for it. I really don't know what worked as I also took the Miracle Mineral Supplement. This is chlorine dioxide and I was not doing too badly on just the MMS but I was afraid if I didn't take the antiviral I would regret it because shingles are so painful and can last for a long time. Mine went away in about ten days and it was painful but not unbearable. I also put the MMS on topically. That stuff is amazing.
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