Dr Delvin suggests that memory problems are not a common feature of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - ME.
However, most patients do suffer from short-term memory and concentration problems along with difficulty with word finding and working things out.
In fact, many would describe the cognitive symptoms as being as debilitating as the physical ones.
Copies of the latest guidelines for professionals written by a member of the Chief Medical Officers CFS/ME Working Group are available from us.
-Colin Barton, chairman, Sussex ME/CFS Society, 4 Braemore Court, Kingsway, Hove, 01273 778890, www.measussex.org.uk
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