The information presented in this document was written and developed by pat=
ients. It
represents an informal catalog of accumulated knowledge by people who for t=
he most
part are not medical professionals. As this file is developed further, we h=
ope to include
references and citations which will document the statements that are made h=
ere. In any
case, as useful as this information may be it must not be considered to be =
medical
advice, and must not be used as a substitute for medical advice. It is impo=
rtant that
anyone who has, or thinks they may have, CFS should consult with a licensed=
 health
care practitioner who is familiar with the syndrome.