ME/CFS Electroencephalogram (EEG) to objectively measure reduction in brain function with exertion
Dear SA Health,
I am seeking information held by SA Health on the use of Electroencephalogram (EEG) by neurologists (or other clinicians) to provide objective information about how the body and brain are performing in people who experience post exertional symptom exacerbation of ataxia, headaches, sensory overload. problems with cognitive function.
Yours faithfully,
Julie Keys
Note these are patients who meet the following Guidelines:
UK NICE Guidelines for ME/CFS
The Mayo Clinic Guidelines for ME/CFS
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) - USA Centre for Disease Control Guidelines for ME/CFS
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Dear SA Health,
To clarify the testing that I am talking about is carried out by the Workwell Foundation as per their website
https://workwellfoundation.org/testing-f...
Yours faithfully,
Julie Keys
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I am still waiting for a response to this request.
Please advise when you intend to respond.
Yours faithfully,
Julie Keys
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Dear SA Health,
I am still waiting for a response to this request.
Please advise when you intend to respond.
Yours faithfully,
Julie Keys
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