symptom management for people with ME (myalgic encephalitis)/chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) - pain

Last edited 11/2021 and last reviewed 11/2021

Symptom management for people with ME/CFS

Pain

Be aware that pain is a symptom commonly associated with ME/CFS.

Investigate and manage the person's pain according to best practice, referring to specialist pain services if appropriate.

Reference:

• NICE (October 2021). Myalgic encephalomyelitis (or encephalopathy)/chronic fatigue syndrome: diagnosis and management