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Breathing Issues Found in 71% of Chronic Fatigue Patients

11/10/2025

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New research finds breathing problems are common in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), affecting 71% of participants.
The breathing issues include hyperventilation and dysfunctional breathing, with only a small number in the control group.
Researchers say these breathing problems may contribute to dizziness and exhaustion among CFS patients.
Addressing these abnormalities could lead to new treatments, such as breathing exercises or biofeedback, and further studies are planned to explore this connection.

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Story summary

New research finds breathing problems are common in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), affecting 71% of participants.
The breathing issues include hyperventilation and dysfunctional breathing, with only a small number in the control group.
Researchers say these breathing problems may contribute to dizziness and exhaustion among CFS patients.
Addressing these abnormalities could lead to new treatments, such as breathing exercises or biofeedback, and further studies are planned to explore this connection.