Decreases in the amount of F. prausnitzii bacteria in the gut may play a role in chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) Science Photo Library/Alamy
People recently diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome – also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis or ME/CFS – have distinct differences in their gut microbiomes compared with people without the condition, suggesting that disruptions in gut bacteria may be related to the disease’s onset.
ME/CFS is a chronic disease affecting an estimated 17 million people worldwide. Symptoms include persistent fatigue, brain fog, pain and gastrointestinal complications. It is still unclear what causes the condition or its symptoms, though previous…
