Myth: ME is about feeling tired

ME: Challenge the myths, promote the facts!   On world ME Day 12 May 2025, we invite you to join us in debating 6 of the myths about ME (ME/CFS). Myth 1: ME is about feeling tired Fact: The defining symptom of ME is Post-Exercise Disorder (PEM)—symptoms that get extremely worse after even minor physical or mental exertion. This can cause deterioration that lasts for days or longer, making even basic activities difficult or impossible. Trying to …