This is a very difficult subject to cover; however, it's important to review the latest data and consider what might affect a person's life expectancy with this disease. ME/CFS is rarely cited when compared to other causes of death in the UK; however, some aspects relating to people with severe or very severe ME/CFS may potentially make it a life-shortening illness. Written by Dr Katrina Pears, MEA Research Correspondent.

See also: Website Research Reviews & the MEA Leaflet: Prognosis, Permanency & Quality of Life which may be of interest