A Hidden Breathing Problem May Be Behind Chronic Fatigue’s Crushing Exhaustion

A hidden breathing problem may be behind chronic fatigue’s crushing exhaustion

Scientists have discovered that most chronic fatigue patients experience dysfunctional breathing, which may worsen their symptoms. The likely culprit is dysautonomia, a disruption in how the body controls blood vessels and muscles. Breathing retraining, yoga, or biofeedback could help restore proper breathing rhythm and ease fatigue. The findings open a promising new path for managing this long-misunderstood illness.

Chronic fatigue syndrome linked to high rates of dysfunctional breathing patterns

Chronic fatigue syndrome leaves patients exhausted and struggling with brain fog—and it typically gets worse after mental or physical exercise, a phenomenon called post-exertional malaise.

Study finds patients of chronic fatigue may tend to have abnormal breathing

New Delhi, Nov 10 (PTI) Researchers have found that people with chronic fatigue syndrome tend to experience shortness of breath, which offers a target for treatment and may bring relief from symptoms.Chronic fatigue syndrome is marked by exhaustion that persists despite rest and cognitive problems, including brain fog and difficulty concentrating.The researchers from the US' Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai monitored 57 patients diagnosed…

Abnormal breathing common in chronic fatigue patients