differences between Chronic fatigue syndrome and MS

[neil25]

I was wondering what are the main differences between these two illnesses? Also is there a clear diagnosis for MS?

[Recovery Soon]

MS is a breakdown of the myelin sheath, which is the protective coating that covers neurons very much like insulation covers wiring. This is why muscular coordination issues can be problematic for MS patients. MS is also characterized by lesions on the brain, which reek havoc.

Is there a connection between CFS and MS? Don't know. But I have CFS, and 2 siblings have MS. (and we are all relatively young, and otherwise healthy people)

[neil25]

thanks for replying, i had an mri scan of my brain and nerves and this came up clear does this mean i must have CFS.

[annie]

yes, if your scans came out clear it is pretty certain that you have cfs, m.s does show up clearly in scans. one of my sons has m.s and his symptoms do differ from mine, i have cfs which i call m.e.!

[neil25]

thats interesting that yours sons both have MS, my mum has M.E makes me think it could be a genetic thing.

[efly]

Hi
They are finding with cfs/me that they are showing the abnormanlities in the brain by doing a FUNCTIONAL MRI.Do we need a machine to tell us we are sick....WE KnOW It....DRs need the proof ...we dont. !
Efly