Do I have ME/CFS? QUIZ Take our short quiz, based on the criteria presented in the 2015 Institute of Medicine report “Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Redefining an Illness,” to see if you may have ME/CFS. Step 1 of 7 14% Do I have ME/CFS? Welcome to "Do I have ME/CFS" Quiz Thank you for participating in our quiz. Please enter your full name and email address below to get started.First NameLast NameEmail Address* Do I have ME/CFS? Note: There are many ways to diagnose ME/CFS. The below is based on the criteria developed in the 2015 Institute of Medicine report, Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Redefining an Illness. While we cannot provide medical advice, we hope this simple quiz—well-grounded in science—is useful.Question one*Are you experiencing profound fatigue that substantially decreases your ability to function?YesNoNot sure Question two*Has your profound fatigue persisted for more than six months?YesNoNot sure Question three*“Post-exertional malaise” (PEM) is a hallmark of ME/CFS. PEM occurs when even mild exertion or normal activity results in the loss of physical and mental stamina and the worsening of other symptoms after exertion. Post-exertional malaise can sometimes occur immediately but is generally delayed for 24 or more hours following exertion. Do you experience post-exertional malaise after physical or mental exertion or normal daily activities?YesNoNot Sure Question four*Do you experience unrefreshing sleep (also called non-restorative sleep)? This occurs when you awake from sleep feeling as exhausted as when you went to bed, despite being in bed for an extensive period of time.YesNoNot Sure Question five*Are you experiencing cognitive impairment? Examples of this include memory problems, attention deficits, or trouble with skills where thinking and movement are combined (such as balance or coordination). Do your aforementioned symptoms get worse when standing or sitting upright and improve when lying down?Yes to bothI experience cognitive impairmentMy symptoms get worse when standing or sitting uprightNeither Thank you for participating in our Do I Have ME/CFS? Quiz. This quiz was based on the diagnosis criteria set forth in the 2015 Institute of Medicine report, Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Redefining an Illness. Your Results: Unlikely Based on your responses, your symptoms do not appear to be associated with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly called chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Several other chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases have symptoms that overlap with ME/CFS. We suggest you consider another diagnosis and consult a doctor for a complete evaluation of any symptoms you are experiencing. ME/CFS affects an estimated 20 million people worldwide. One-quarter of those afflicted will become house- or bedbound within their lifetime. While ME/CFS is four times more likely to affect women than men, this chronic condition strikes people from every age, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic group. To stay current on ME/CFS research and advocacy news, join our mailing list here.Thank you for participating in our Do I Have ME/CFS? Quiz. This quiz was based on the diagnosis criteria set forth in the 2015 Institute of Medicine report, Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Redefining an Illness. Your Results: Too early to tell Based on your responses, your symptoms have not persisted long enough be associated with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly called chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Symptoms must persist for at least six months before a diagnosis of ME/CFS can be made. In the meantime, concentrate on symptom management and consult a doctor for a complete evaluation of any symptoms you are experiencing. If your symptoms continue for more than six months, please return to this quiz, as you may suffer from ME/CFS. We highly recommend you join our mailing list (see the form below) to stay current on ME/CFS research and advocacy news and learn what we and others around the globe are doing to discover the cause of, and find a cure for, this debilitating disease. ME/CFS affects an estimated 20 million people worldwide. One-quarter of those afflicted will become house- or bedbound within their lifetime. While ME/CFS is four times more likely to affect women than men, this chronic condition strikes people from every age, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic group. To stay current on ME/CFS research and advocacy news, join our mailing list here.Thank you for participating in our Do I Have ME/CFS? Quiz. This quiz was based on the diagnosis criteria set forth in the 2015 Institute of Medicine report, Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Redefining an Illness. Your Results: Very likely Based on your responses, you appear to have a significant number of signs and symptoms associated with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly called chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). ME/CFS is a complex and chronic disease that can have a serious impact on one’s quality of life, and patients can experience a variety of symptoms ranging in intensity from mild to extremely severe. Use the form below to sign up for our mailing list in order to stay current on ME/CFS research and advocacy news and learn what we and others around the globe are doing to discover the cause of, and find a cure for, this debilitating disease. ME/CFS affects an estimated 20 million people worldwide. One-quarter of those afflicted will become house- or bedbound within their lifetime. While ME/CFS is four times more likely to affect women than men, this chronic condition strikes people from every age, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic group. To stay current on ME/CFS research and advocacy news, join our mailing list here.Thank you for participating in our Do I Have ME/CFS? Quiz. This quiz was based on the diagnosis criteria set forth in the 2015 Institute of Medicine report, Beyond Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Redefining an Illness. Your Results: Unclear Based on your responses, your symptoms are somewhat aligned with those of myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly called chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). As several other chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases have symptoms that overlap with ME/CFS, we suggest you consult a doctor for a complete evaluation of any symptoms you are experiencing. It is important to note that post-exertional malaise is one of the toughest symptoms of ME/CFS to recognize, as malaise can often occur days after mental or physical exertion has occurred. Going forward, pay attention to whether physical and mental stresses bring about delayed malaise. If you find that they do, please revisit this quiz. We highly recommend you join our mailing list (see the form below) to stay current on ME/CFS research and advocacy news and learn what we and others around the globe are doing to discover the cause of, and find a cure for, this debilitating disease. ME/CFS affects an estimated 20 million people worldwide. One quarter of those afflicted will become house- or bedbound within their lifetime. While ME/CFS is four times more likely to affect women than men, this chronic condition strikes people from every age, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic group. To stay current on ME/CFS research and advocacy news, join our mailing list here.
