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New research shows that exercise can help some people with chronic fatigue syndrome, but it must be careful and personalized. In Thailand, where awareness of CFS is still growing, these findings emphasize the need for careful medical guidance to avoid worsening symptoms.

Chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, causes profound fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest. It often comes with cognitive difficulties, sleep problems, pain, and post-exertional malaise, where activity triggers a later worsening of symptoms. Global data indicate millions are affected, and CFS is increasingly linked to post-viral illnesses such as long COVID. This makes updated guidance especially timely for Thai patients and clinicians.