Is Myalgic Encephalomyelitis or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Part of your Picture?
In this podcast episode, Colleen Steckel shares her experience of living with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) after an initial illness experienced during a camping trip when she was pregnant. Over the years, she was also diagnosed with POTS. Colleen, who serves on the Board of Directors for ME-International.org, discusses the challenges of diagnosing ME and POTS and provides insights into available treatment options. She emphasizes the importance of using the International Consensus Criteria for ME diagnosis and highlights resources like the IC Primer to help manage the condition. Colleen's story offers hope and guidance to others navigating similar health challenges.