N Azcue, R Del Pino, M Acera, T Fernández-Valle, N Ayo-Mentxakatorre, T Pérez-Concha, A Murueta-Goyena, J V Lafuente, A Prada, A López de Munain, G Ruiz Irastorza, D Martín-Iglesias, L Ribacoba, I Gabilondo, J C Gómez-Esteban, B Tijero-Merino
BACKGROUND: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and post-COVID condition can present similarities such as fatigue, brain fog, autonomic and neuropathic symptoms. METHODS: The study included 87 patients with post-COVID condition, 50 patients with ME/CFS, and 50 healthy controls (HC). The hemodynamic autonomic function was evaluated using the deep breathing technique, Valsalva maneuver, and Tilt test. The presence of autonomic and sensory small fiber neuropathy (SFN) was assessed with the Sudoscan and with heat and cold evoked potentials, respectively...
November 15, 2023: Journal of Translational Medicine