Treatment

Gibbs Free Energy and CFS

This discussion encompasses the Gibbs Free Energy equation as it relates to the echocardiographic measurement of IVRT and the implications of both to the pathophysiology of CFS.

Oxidized Glutathione, PFO and Modafinil in CFS

This discussion presents data on two patients who bring out several interesting features of CFS including problems in the handling of glutathione, poor oxygen transfer off hemoglobin into the cells, PFO with increased risk of brain micro-infarcts and migraine and the effects of Type II AODM on CFS. Also presented are the effects both positive and negative of certain commonly used drugs including modafinil, hydrocodone and benzodiazepines.