Differences in gastrointestinal symptom scores among those with and without an ME/CFS history
| Symptom domain gastrointestinal | ME/CFSFamily history(n = 72) | ME/CFSNo family history(n = 326) | Significance level |
|---|---|---|---|
| mean (SD) | mean (SD) | ||
| Bloating | 51.74 (27.62) | 44.98 (28.35) | 0.07 |
| Abdomen/stomach pain | 50.69 (24.90) | 39.14 (27.10) | < 0.01 |
| Irritable bowel problems | 54.69 (30.86) | 46.15 (32.41) | 0.04 |