If you think you have some symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia (a chronic condition characterized by fatigue, widespread pain in your muscles, ligaments and tendons, and multiple tender points), the most personalized and patient-specific information the best person to talk to is your doctor. He or she will be able to give the patient and their families, with permission, the believed problem, what will help with the fatigue, and ways for others to respond to and treat the patient. Sometimes all it takes is for a loved one to hear the words from a health care professional’s mouth to really get the idea of what is happening with their friend or family member. It is also helpful for the patient and their family to have detailed instructions for caring for the affected person.