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Medical Signs & Symptoms for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome From Social Security Administration Ruling SSR 14-1p: Titles II and XVI Diagnostic Symptoms Four or more specific symptoms that persisted or recurred during six or more consecutive months of illness and did not pre-date the fatigue:Postexertional malaise lasting more than 24 hoursSelf-reported impairments in short-term memory or concentration severe enough to cause substantial ?reduction in previous levels of occupational, educational, social, or personal activitiesSore throatTender cervical or axillary lymph nodesMuscle painMulti-joint pain without joint swelling or rednessHeadaches of a new type, pattern, or severityWaking unrefreshedMedical Signs One or more medical signs clinically documented over a period of 6 or more consecutive months:Palpably swollen or tender lymph nodes on physical examinationNonexudative pharyngitisPersistent, reproducible muscle tenderness on repeated examinations, including the presence of ?positive tender pointsAny other medical signs that are consistent with medically accepted clinical practice (for ?example: Frequent viral infections with prolonged recovery; Sinusitis; Ataxia; Extreme pallor; and Pronounced weight change, other symptoms).Other Symptoms Other symptoms a person with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome may exhibit: Muscle weakness; Disturbed sleep patterns; Visual difficulties; Orthostatic intolerance; Respiratory difficulties; Cardiovascular abnormalities; Gastrointestinal discomfort (for example, nausea, bloating, or abdominal pain); Urinary or bladder problems. ................
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