IMAGE DESCRIPTION: Photo of a woman lying on a sofa. Wording - Myth vs Fact. The Myalgic Encephalitis edition. Myth: ME is just about feeling tired. Fact: The defining symptom of ME is Post- Exertional Malaise (PEM) - an extreme worsening of symptoms after even minor physical or mental exertion. This can trigger a "crash" lasting for days or longer. What facts do you want the world to understand this World ME Day?
Myth: ME is just about feeling tired
Fact: The defining symptom of ME is Post- Exertional Malaise (PEM) - an extreme worsening of symptoms after even minor physical or mental exertion. This can trigger a "crash" lasting for days or longer.
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