Symptom Relief | Management
The autonomic nervous system refers to the complex network of nerves and cells that control and coordinate the functions of the body. It controls activities in your body that happen without you even thinking about them such as your heart beating and respiration
ME/CFS can develop in Long Covid survivors, characterized by severe fatigue, post-exertional malaise, cognitive impairments, and sleep disturbances. Anyone, but predominantly women, can be affected. Management includes pacing, symptom-specific treatments, and multidisciplinary support.
Dr. Abigail Koppes, Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Northeastern University, shares her journey of navigating academia with Long Covid.
Muscle aches, a common symptom, often involve generalized or localized pain, weakness, and fatigue. Those at higher risk include older adults, females, individuals with severe acute symptoms, and those with pre-existing health conditions. Management involves a multidisciplinary approach, including physical therapy, pain management, and regular medical follow-up
Paleness has been identified as a symptom of Long COVID, often linked to underlying health issues resulting from the virus's long-term effects. Key factors contributing to paleness include anemia, reduced circulation, nutrient deficiencies, chronic fatigue, and autoimmune reactions. Addressing these factors can help manage and alleviate the symptom.
A recent study published in Brain reveals that individuals suffering from long-term COVID-19 may experience significant cognitive issues for over a year. Conducted during the first wave of the pandemic, the research compared patients with ongoing symptoms to those who had fully recovered. Read More...
Dizziness symptoms include a sensation of spinning or lightheadedness, imbalance, and unsteadiness. Individuals may experience vertigo, faintness, blurred vision, or nausea. It can be caused by issues in the inner ear, dehydration, low blood pressure, or medication side effects, and may affect daily activities and mobility.
Sound waves vibrate through the ear, converting to electrical signals in the cochlea, sent to the brain. Balance is maintained by the inner ear's semicircular canals and the vestibular nerve. Read more...
The autonomic nervous system regulates involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature control. Dysautonomia disrupts these vital functions, leading to a range of debilitating symptoms.
Depression is a prevalent mental health challenge associated with long COVID, a condition characterized by lingering symptoms following the acute phase of COVID-19. The emotional toll of dealing with persistent health issues and uncertainties about recovery contributes to the development or exacerbation of depressive symptoms.