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- The study focuses on the prevalence of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and Primary Fibromyalgia Syndrome (PFS) in The Netherlands, highlighting a lack of research on CFS.
- A postal questionnaire sent to GPs revealed that 73% reported having at least one CFS patient, while 83% reported one or more PFS patients.
- The findings suggest a minimum prevalence of CFS at 112 patients per 100,000, with PFS at 157, emphasizing the need for greater awareness among healthcare providers.
Article Abstract
Background: Prevalence studies on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) are rare. Because of the similarity in symptoms, the prevalence of Primary Fibromyalgia Syndrome (PFS) was investigated at the same time.
Objectives: To determine the prevalence of CFS and PFS as recognized by GPs in The Netherlands and to inform them of the existence of CFS.
Methods: A postal questionnaire was sent to all GPs.
Results: The questionnaire was returned by 60% of the GPs. Seventy-three per cent reported one or more CFS patients and 83% one or more PFS patients in their practice.
Conclusion: The estimated prevalence of CFS as recognized by GPs of 112 (PFS 157) patients per 100,000 is a minimum estimate.
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