Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS):

1. How do fatigue, chronic fatigue and chronic fatigue syndrome differ?
   
   
2. Could CFS explain my symptoms?
   
   
3. What other conditions could be causing my symptoms?
   
   
4. If I have fibromyalgia or a similar condition, could I also have CFS?
   
   
5. What tests for CFS might I undergo, and what do these tests involve?
   
   
6. What are my treatment options, and which do you recommend?
   
   
7. What are the risks and benefits of any recommended medications?
   
   
8. Can cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management, physical therapy, occupational therapy, biofeedback, massage therapy or acupuncture help?
   
   
9. What is the expected course of my CFS?
   
   
10. How can I prevent exacerbations or flare-ups?
    
    
11. Does the latest research about CFS show anything that could pertain to my case?