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Ep 137 ME/CFS: What’s in a name? (A lot, actually)

This Podcast Will Kill You

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The Immune System Alterations in ME-CFS

The chapter delves into the known and unknown biological changes in ME-CFS, emphasizing significant immune system alterations such as natural killer cell dysfunction, T cell exhaustion, and cortisol levels. It discusses the challenges of diagnosing ME-CFS due to the lack of specific tests for immune markers and explores potential mechanisms behind the symptoms including immune dysregulation and neuroinflammation. The conversation highlights the complexities of targeting specific immune factors, the role of ATP production and reactive oxygen species in inflammation, and the impact of nervous system inflammation on blood pressure regulation.

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