Long Haul COVID
In some individuals who have had COVID-19, health problems linger long after the acute infection is over. This Post-COVID condition is often referred to as long haul COVID and sometimes Post-COVID Syndrome.
The immunology map below depicts the numerous ways that a COVID-19 infection can cause long-term health issues.
COVID & Chronic Infections
Some individuals who have had COVID-19 may experience a reactivation of past infections like Epstein Barr Virus. Click here to learn more.
Long Covid & Gut Health
Research in the field of gut health – where 70% of your immune system is located – has shown that poor gut health plays a role not only in the development of Long Covid but also in the recovery from Long Covid. Click here to learn more.
COVID-19 Long-haul symptoms can occur in various parts of your body. According to the CDC, the most common ongoing health problems are:
- Fatigue
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Rapid heart rate
- Brain fog
- Headache
- Difficulty concentrating
- Joint pain
- Muscle pain
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Depression and other mental health issues
- Skin rash
- Intermittent fever
- Sensation of pins & needles
- Change in taste or smell
- Change in menstrual cycle
- Worsening of symptoms after physical or mental exertion
Struggling with lingering symptoms after a COVID-19 infection? There’s hope.
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