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Some commentary on this study by experts: http://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-cytokines-for-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/ http://www.sciencemediac
by cpncrunch 9y ago
Some commentary on this study by experts:
http://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-cytokines-for-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/ http://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-cytokin...
In summary:
- it's quite overhyped.
- we already knew that TGF-B was elevated in patients.
- as TGF-B wasn't increased after exercise, that puts into question how relevant it is as a biomarker, as symptoms tend to increase after exercise.
- it doesn't give any indication as to whether the illness is organic or psychological, as both depression and lack of sleep cause inflammation.