Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome : An Informational Guidebook for Doctors & Patients by Jill McLaughlin What is ME ? What is CFS ?
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“Historical Background: The earliest definitions were brief but succinct, based on clinical observation and accompanied by a checklist of symptoms. WALLIS (1995) provided a concise list with appropriate variations for children and adolescents, while RAMSAY (1956) introduced the descriptive term (Myalgic encephalomyelitis), which has stood the test of time over half a century in the UK, Europe, Canada and Austrialasia.”
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