08/28/2025
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For years, many people suffering from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) were told their illness was “all in their head.” Now, the largest genetic study to date has confirmed that ME/CFS is a real biological condition. Researchers identified eight DNA regions linked to immune system problems and nervous system dysfunction.
The study, involving tens of thousands of participants, found consistent genetic markers in people diagnosed with ME/CFS. These markers affect how the body responds to infections, stress, and inflammation, explaining why patients experience extreme fatigue, brain fog, and post-exertional crashes even after mild activity.
This discovery is a major step forward in understanding the disease. It validates the experiences of millions of patients who have struggled to get proper diagnosis and care. It also opens the door to new treatments targeting the biological mechanisms behind the illness.
Doctors and scientists hope that this research will lead to better diagnostics, support, and therapies. Most importantly, it challenges the stigma surrounding ME/CFS, showing that it’s not psychological—it’s physiological.
