Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Successfully diagnose and treat chronic fatigue syndrome with a personalized, root-cause approach.
Addressing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complex and often misunderstood condition that manifests as persistent, unrelenting fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest—disrupting your ability to perform daily activities. CFS is often caused by a combination of factors including hormonal and metabolic imbalances, chronic stress, stealth organisms, and environmental stressors.
The range of factors that can contribute to CFS make accurate diagnosis challenging, leaving you struggling to find effective solutions greatly impacting your quality of life.
At Michael Rothman MD, we take a comprehensive, multifaceted approach to treating chronic fatigue syndrome. By addressing root causes such as hormonal imbalances, environmental triggers, and dietary deficiencies, our personalized treatment plans are tailored to address the complexities and comorbidities associated with chronic fatigue syndrome, ensuring that your specific health needs are met.
Ready to Take Control of Your Health?
If you are experiencing symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and are seeking effective, metabolically directed treatments, contact us online or call (732) 268-7663 for a consultation.
What are the Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
The symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) can vary greatly from person to person, often complicating diagnosis. Symptoms can include:
- Chronic Fatigue: Persistent, unexplained fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest.
- Brain Fog: Difficulty focusing, memory issues, and a general sense of mental cloudiness.
- Headaches: Persistent or severe headaches that may vary in intensity.
- Insomnia: Difficulty falling or staying asleep, contributing to overall fatigue.
- Depression: Low mood, feelings of sadness, or loss of interest in daily activities.
- Anxiety: Feelings of nervousness or unease, often accompanied by mood swings.
- Digestive Issues: Symptoms such as bloating, irregular bowel movements, and nausea.
- Weight Gain: Unexplained weight gain, even with proper diet and exercise.
- Muscle and Joint Pain: Generalized aches, stiffness, and discomfort.
- Low HDL Cholesterol: Reduced “good” cholesterol levels affecting heart health.
- Environmental Sensitivities: Reactions to toxins, mold, or environmental stressors that worsen fatigue.
- Weakened Immunity: Frequent infections, slower recovery times, and susceptibility to illnesses.
Because of its difficulty to diagnose, overlapping symptoms, and substantial list of comorbidities, it is vital that you consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis. A holistic, metabolically directed treatment approach can help uncover and address the root causes of CFS, restore your health and improve your overall well-being.
Our Functional and Metabolic Medicine Approach to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
At Michael Rothman MD, we understand the significant impact that metabolic imbalances have on your digestive health and overall well-being. Our approach to treating chronic fatigue syndrome involves a comprehensive, metabolically directed method to identify and address the root causes of your symptoms, such as gut dysbiosis, food intolerances, and autonomic dysfunction.
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Approach To Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Diagnostic Methods Used:
- Comprehensive evaluation of your dietary habits, environmental exposures, and stress levels.
- In-clinic metabolic testing to determine your acid-base balance, anabolic/catabolic balance, and autonomic nervous system balance, as well as your homeostatic responses to chronic stress.
- Functional testing, such as comprehensive stool analysis and organic acid testing to evaluate the overall health and metabolic function of your body.
- Blood tests to identify your nutritional deficiencies, thyroid status, hormone levels, inflammatory markers, stealth organisms and other root causes of your symptoms.
- Evaluation of additional lab results, including cholesterol levels and liver function tests.
- Genetic testing to identify genetic predispositions that increase your susceptibility to biotoxin illness or decrease metabolic function.
- Hormonal assessments to identify imbalances in your thyroid, sex, and adrenal hormones.
- Evaluation of your history and exposure risk, including any recent tick bites or symptoms that may point toward stealth organisms like Lyme disease.
- A workup for other toxins that can suppress your immune system including co-infections, mold and heavy metals.
Potential Treatment Options:
- Metabolic therapy focused on restoring your body’s homeostatic control systems to alleviate your symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
- Personalized dietary modifications to reduce inflammation, correct nutrient deficiencies, promote detoxification, and address edibolic stress.
- Detoxification protocols designed to reduce exposure to environmental toxins such as mold and heavy metals that disrupt your energy and immune function.
- Hormonal therapy to correct imbalances in adrenal, thyroid, and sex hormones.
- Supplementation with tailored vitamins, minerals, other nutraceuticals and probiotics to address nutrient deficiencies, normalize your digestive function, reduce your inflammation and support your overall health.
- Antimicrobial treatments to address stealth infections like Lyme disease, parasites, or other hidden organisms that contribute to your chronic fatigue symptoms.
- Lifestyle modifications to reduce stressors and support your body’s healing process (exercise, stress management, sunlight exposure, and sleep hygiene).
Why Choose Functional and Metabolic Medicine for Treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Functional and metabolic medicine takes a different approach compared to conventional medical practices. While traditional treatments may offer temporary relief with prescriptions for stimulants or antidepressants, they often overlook the complex interactions between your genetics, environment, and lifestyle that contribute to your symptoms of chronic fatigue.
Because CFS can be caused by such a wide range of factors, it is vital that a treatment plan is customized to address your specific experience. With a functional and metabolic medicine approach, we create personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. By focusing on identifying and addressing the root causes of your chronic fatigue, such as dietary habits, hormonal imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, environmental toxins, stealth infections, and stress, we aim to rebalance your body’s systems naturally. This comprehensive holistic approach not only alleviates symptoms but also promotes long-term health and well-being, ensuring that you achieve and maintain optimal health.
Choosing functional and metabolic medicine means committing to a deeper, more personalized level of care, designed to restore and sustain your health from the inside out.
Ready to Take Control of Your Health?
If you are experiencing symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and are seeking effective, metabolically directed treatments, contact us online or call (732) 268-7663 for a consultation.
Meet Dr. Michael Rothman:
Holistic Health and Metabolic
Medicine Expert
Dr. Michael Rothman is a Functional and Metabolic Medicine Specialist with over two decades of holistic practice. Drawing on his personal experience with Crohn’s disease, he is passionate about utilizing metabolically directed functional medicine to address complex health conditions, like chronic fatigue syndrome. Dr. Rothman’s comprehensive method considers dietary habits, genetic predispositions, and environmental factors to identify and treat the metabolic imbalances at the root of health issues.
Certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners and the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners, he also holds board certifications in Internal Medicine and previously in Emergency Medicine. His unique approach integrates knowledge from nutrition, biochemistry, physiology, and physics, alongside extensive training in environmental illness, medical acupuncture, naturopathy, Reiki, qigong, and oriental martial arts. Patients can expect a thorough, individualized approach aimed at restoring and maintaining lasting well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a cure for chronic fatigue syndrome?
While there is no universal cure for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), identifying and addressing the root causes of your chronic fatigue can lead to significant and lasting symptom relief. A medical doctor who is well-versed in CFS, like Michael Rothman MD, can guide you in creating a personalized management plan to restore your energy and improve your overall well-being.
Is chronic fatigue syndrome a lifelong condition?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) does not have to be a lifelong condition. By addressing root causes like untreated thyroid dysfunction, metabolic imbalances, and environmental stressors, you can achieve lasting relief and even full recovery.
What should I do if I suspect I have chronic fatigue syndrome?
If you suspect you have chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), it’s essential to consult a knowledgeable doctor who can provide both an accurate diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan. A holistic, metabolically directed treatment approach can help uncover and address the root causes of CFS, restore your health, and improve your overall well-being.
What are the chances of fully recovering from chronic fatigue syndrome?
The chances of fully recovering from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) depend on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of your symptoms. By correcting factors like hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, and environmental exposures, many patients experience significant improvements or even full recovery.
Who is most susceptible to experiencing chronic fatigue syndrome?
Anyone can develop chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), but certain factors increase your susceptibility. Hormonal imbalances, chronic stress, poor sleep patterns, environmental toxin exposure, and untreated thyroid issues are all common contributors. Additionally, women, particularly during the menstrual cycle, may also be more prone to experiencing chronic fatigue.
What kind of doctor treats chronic fatigue syndrome?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is best treated by a doctor who specializes in functional and metabolic medicine. While traditional treatments may offer temporary relief with prescriptions for stimulants or antidepressants, they often overlook the complex interactions between your genetics, environment, and lifestyle that contribute to your symptoms of CFS.
